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Food recall · FDA · Published December 23, 2022

World Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's recalls Pasta Para Duris 12 oz. (340g) Brand Name: Melissa's UPC: 045255 152739 Distributed by: World Variety Produce, Inc. PO

Melissa's recalls 12oz Pasta Para Duris due to undeclared wheat. Consumers should check UPC 045255 152739 for affected items. No remedy specified in recall notice.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0292-2023FoodMelissa's ›
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Recalling firmWorld Variety Produce Inc dba Melissa's5325 S Soto St, N/A · Vernon, CA 90058-3624
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What happened, in plain English

Melissa's is recalling 12-ounce Pasta Para Duris pasta because it contains wheat that wasn't listed on the label. This could cause allergic reactions for people with wheat allergies. Consumers should check the UPC code to see if their product is affected. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/12037-melissa-s-pasta-para-duris-12oz-recall-undeclared-wheat-in.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/12037-melissa-s-pasta-para-duris-12oz-recall-undeclared-wheat-in · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0292-2023

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“Melissa's Pasta Para Duris 12oz Recall: Undeclared Wheat in Product.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/12037-melissa-s-pasta-para-duris-12oz-recall-undeclared-wheat-in. Based on FDA recall #F-0292-2023 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0292-2023%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The pasta contains wheat that wasn't declared on the label. This poses a risk for people with wheat allergies who might react to the hidden wheat. The hazard is not life-threatening but could cause allergic reactions.

Who’s affected

People who bought Melissa's Pasta Para Duris 12oz (340g) with UPC 045255 152739 are affected. Those with wheat allergies are at higher risk due to the undeclared wheat.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC code 045255 152739 on the product label. The product is sold in clear plastic bags with a front label and comes in 12oz (340g) packages. All lot codes are affected.

  • Brand
    Melissa's
  • Product
    Pasta Para Duris 12 oz. (340g) Brand Name: Melissa's UPC: 045255 152739 Distributed by: World Variety Produce, Inc. PO
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Label

    Look for the UPC code 045255 152739 on the label to confirm if your product is affected.

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Questions people ask

Is there a risk of serious injury from this pasta?

No, the recall is for people with wheat allergies, not a physical safety hazard.

How can I tell if my pasta is part of this recall?

Check the UPC code 045255 152739 on the product label. All lot codes are affected.

Do I need to return the pasta?

The recall notice does not specify a return or remedy.

Take action

Contact Melissa's

We’ve drafted a message you can send Melissa's to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0292-2023 — Melissa's Pasta Para Duris 12 oz. (340g) Brand Name: Melissa's UPC: 045255 152739 Distributed by: W

Hello,

I own a Pasta Para Duris 12 oz. (340g) Brand Name: Melissa's UPC: 045255 152739 Distributed by: World Variety Produce, Inc. PO that is covered by recall F-0292-2023 from Melissa's.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0292-2023 (December 23, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0292-2023 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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