Pizza Recall Frequently Asked Questions

1.     When will new pizzas be on store shelves?
On February 11, 2013, we begin nationwide shipping of Annie’s Rising Crust Frozen Pizzas.    We estimate our pizzas will get back into Retailers’ freezer shelves later in February or in March.

2.     What has Annie’s done to ensure new pizzas are safe for consumers?
We’ve been working with the FDA and USDA to resolve the issue. We are now sourcing our flour from a different third-party supplier and stepped up our already stringent detection programs which include comprehensive, industry-standard metal control programs that include magnets and metal detection devices.

3.     What products are included in the recall? What UPCs should I look for?
All varieties of Annie’s RISING CRUST FROZEN PIZZA with a best buy date including and in between 09Jan13 and 14Sep13 (January 9, 2013 and September 14, 2013) are affected.  Recalled varieties are:

4.     What should I do if I have the product that is affected by this recall?
You should return the product to its place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact Annie’s Homegrown Pizza Recall Hotline at 1-888-825-6720.

5.     Were the recalled products distributed nationwide? Where were these products sold?
Affected products are distributed at grocery, mass and natural food stores throughout the United States. 

6.     Why are these products being recalled?
Annie’s announced a voluntary recall on January 22, 2013 after learning a fine metal mesh screen failed at a third-party flour mill and fragments of flexible metal mesh were found in the flour and pizza dough.  All Annie’s manufacturers have comprehensive metal control programs that include magnets and metal detection devices.  Pieces of the fine wire were too small to be detected and could have found their way into the finished product.  While no metal has been found in Annie’s finished product, as a precaution, Annie’s initiated this voluntary recall.  There have been no consumer complaints, illnesses or injuries reported to date.

7.     Are any other Annie’s products being recalled?
No.  Annie’s has only initiated a voluntary recall of Annie’s Homegrown Frozen Pizza.  

News

February 4, 2013 
Annie’s Rising Crust Frozen Pizzas will begin shipping to stores nationwide on February 11, 2013.   

“Our great-tasting rising crust pizzas will soon be back in local freezer aisles,” said John Foraker, CEO of Annie’s.  “While our recent voluntary recall of pizza products was unfortunate, we’ve sourced our flour from a different third-party supplier and stepped up our already stringent detection programs, consistent with our commitment to providing families the highest quality products, with the safety of our consumers being the company’s utmost priority. ”

Annie’s announced a voluntary recall of its rising crust frozen pizzas on January 22, 2013 after learning a fine metal mesh screen failed at a third-party flour mill and fragments of flexible metal mesh were found in the flour and pizza dough.  Annie’s initiated its voluntary recall as a precaution because the pieces of the fine wire were too small to be detected by the comprehensive metal control programs in place.

Mr. Foraker continued, “We are committed to Annie’s Rising Crust Frozen Pizza and will focus on building distribution for this line within our current retailers as we continue to expand in the frozen category. The consumer reaction to this product has been very enthusiastic, and we expect that our pizzas will remain strong performers in this space. We look forward to providing families with more delicious frozen meal options for those nights when it seems impossible to get dinner on the table.”

January 22, 2013 
Annie’s Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of Annie’s Homegrown Frozen Pizza due to the possible presence of fragments of flexible metal mesh caused by a faulty screen at a third-party flour mill.

Affected products are distributed at grocery, mass and natural food stores throughout the United States. All varieties of Annie’s RISING CRUST FROZEN PIZZA with a best by date including and between 09Jan13 and 14Sep13 (January 9, 2013 and September 14, 2013) are affected. Recalled varieties are:

Organic Four Cheese Pizza, 23.5 oz UPC 013562 200016

Organic Pepperoni Pizza, 23.6 oz UPC 013562 200009

Organic Supreme Pizza, 25.4 oz UPC 013562 200023

Organic Spinach and Mushroom Pizza, 25.0 oz UPC 013562 200054

Four Cheese Pizza, 22.5 oz UPC 013562 200078

Pepperoni Pizza, 22.6 oz UPC 013562 200061

BBQ Recipe Chicken Pizza, 23.1 oz UPC 013562 200092

Annie’s announced the recall after learning a fine metal mesh screen failed at a third-party flour mill and fragments of flexible metal mesh were found in the flour and pizza dough. All Annie’s manufacturers have comprehensive metal control programs that include magnets and metal detection devices. Pieces of the fine wire were too small to be detected and could have found their way into the finished product. While no metal has been found in Annie’s finished product, as a precaution, Annie’s initiated this voluntary recall. There have been no consumer complaints, illnesses or injuries reported to date.

Annie’s is committed to providing high-quality products, and the safety of our consumers is our utmost priority. We are working with the FDA and the USDA and expect a quick resolution to this issue. Consumers who have purchased the product can return it to its place of purchase for a full refund.

For More Information

Consumers with questions may call Annie’s Homegrown at 1-800-288-1089.