Shearer’s Foods, LLC has announced a recall of over 15,000 cases of oyster crackers distributed through Target, Walmart, and Giant Eagle across more than 20 states. This recall, issued on February 21, 2025, was prompted by the discovery of a stainless steel wire in the product.
The affected oyster crackers were marketed under the brand names Market Pantry, Great Value, Giant Eagle, and VISTA, and were distributed in states including Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Additionally, these products were available in 20-pound bulk packages not intended for retail sale.
Which Oyster Crackers Have Been Recalled?
Several brands of oyster crackers are included in the recall. The specific products affected are:
- Market Pantry Soup & Oyster Crackers – UPC: 085239114933; Sell By Date: 23MAY2025; Code Date: 23MAY2025BC06
- Great Value Soup & Oyster Crackers – UPC: 078742085494; Sell By Date: MAY23 2025; Code Date: MAY 23 2025 ABO6, MAY 23 2025 BBO6, MAY 23 2025 CBO6
- Giant Eagle Oyster Crackers – UPC: 030034915087; Best By Date: MAY24 2025; Code Date: MAY 24 25 AB06
- VISTA Soup & Oyster Crackers – UPC: 045100008006; Best By Date: MAY24 2025; Code Date: MAY 24 25 AB06
- 20-pound Bulk Oyster Crackers – UPC: 10045100400203; Best By: MAY24 2025; Code Date: MAY 24 25 AB06, MAY 24 25 BB06
What To Do With Recalled Oyster Crackers
Customers who have purchased the recalled oyster crackers are advised not to consume them. Instead, they should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a refund or an exchange.
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