A carton of belVita breakfast sandwich dark chocolate creme variety is shown. Photo courtesy DOH

The Maui News

Mondelez Global LLC has issued a voluntary recall for two varieties of its belVita breakfast sandwich products because they may contain undeclared peanut contamination from cross-contact on a manufacturing line, the state Department of Health warned Wednesday.

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products, DOH said. Symptoms may include skin reactions, such as hives, redness, or swelling; itching or tingling in or around the mouth and throat; digestive problems, such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting; tightening of the throat; shortness of breath or wheezing; and/or runny nose.

Peanut allergies may also cause anaphylaxis, with symptoms including swelling or tightness of the throat; severe drop in blood pressure; chest pain or tightness; rapid pulse; severe difficulty breathing; trouble swallowing; pale, blue skin color; and/or dizziness or fainting.

If a consumer shows signs of anaphylaxis, immediately administer an epinephrine autoinjector, such as EpiPen or Auvi-Q, and call 911, the DOH said.

The impacted products include belVita breakfast sandwich dark chocolate creme variety in the 1.76-ounce pouch (UPC 0 44000 04070 3); 8.8-ounce carton (UPC 0 44000 04328 5); 14.08-ounce carton (UPC 0 44000 05723 7 and 0 44000 06330 6); 1-pound, 5.12-ounce carton (UPC 0 44000 05861 6); and 2-pound, 12-ounce carton (UPC 0 44000 04602 6).

BelVita breakfast sandwich cinnamon brown sugar with vanilla creme variety are also under voluntary recall for the 1.76-ounce package (UPC 0 44000 06370 2) and the 8.8-ounce carton (0 44000 06304 7).

The impacted products cover all best-by dates prior to and including Feb. 25, 2024.

Consumers who have a peanut allergy should not eat these products and should discard them, the DOH said. For more information, customers can call (855) 535-5948 24 hours a day. Consumer relations specialists are also available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time at the same number.