FDA recalls 160,000 pounds of frozen pizza snacks over metal contamination risk

The FDA classified the recall as Class II, indicating that the use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, though the likelihood of serious health effects is considered remote. The presence of metal pieces poses a potential choking or injury hazard.

Consumers can identify the recalled product by checking for lot number 003029976, a best-by date of July 30, 2027, and UPC code 041322652256 on the packaging. The affected snacks were distributed in 21 states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin. Consumers are advised not to consume the product and to either dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.