Northwest Gourmet Food Products Inc recalls Smoked Salmon Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89201, distributed By PPC Trading Co. M. BOX #262 4580 Klahanie
Northwest Gourmet recalls Smoked Salmon Chowder due to gluten-free packaging mislabeling. The outer package claims gluten-free but inner pouch contains wheat. Consumers should check for wheat in the pouch label.
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The outer retail packaging claims "Gluten Free" but the inner individual pouch declares wheat.
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What happened, in plain English
Northwest Gourmet is recalling Smoked Salmon Chowder and Pike Place Chowder because the outer packaging says 'Gluten Free' but the inner pouch contains wheat. This mislabeling could cause allergic reactions for people with celiac disease or wheat allergies. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/16146-northwest-gourmet-smoked-salmon-chowder-gluten-free-labeling-error.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/16146-northwest-gourmet-smoked-salmon-chowder-gluten-free-labeling-error · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0527-2020
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“Northwest Gourmet Smoked Salmon Chowder: Gluten-Free Labeling Error.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/16146-northwest-gourmet-smoked-salmon-chowder-gluten-free-labeling-error. Based on FDA recall #F-0527-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0527-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The outer retail packaging claims the product is gluten-free, but the inner individual pouch contains wheat. This mislabeling could cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to wheat.
Who’s affected
People with celiac disease or wheat allergies who consume the product may experience allergic reactions. The product is sold in retail packages with specific labeling.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the inner pouch label for 'WHEAT' in the ingredients. The product is sold under the brand 'Pike Place Chowder' with item number 89201.
- Brand
Northwest Gourmet- Product
Smoked Salmon Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89201, distributed By PPC Trading Co. M. BOX #262 4580 Klahanie- Category
Food
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
distributed in CO and WA.
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-0527-2020 | Smoked Salmon Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89201, distributed By PPC Trading Co. M. BOX #262 4580 Klahanie Drive SE Issaquah WA 98029. There are 16/16 oz. retail packages per master case. Retail package net wt. 16 oz. UPC 8 56112 00406 7. The 16 oz. inner individual pouch has a clear film lid and the label is read in parts: "***Pike Place CHOWDER *** SMOKED SALMON CHOWDER *** CONTAINS: FISH (SALMON), MILK, SHELLFISH (LOBSTER, SHRIMP), WHEAT***". The outer RETAIL package, which house the 16 oz. inner individual pouch, is read in parts: "***Pike Place CHOWDER *** SMOKED SALMON CHOWDER *** Wild Northwest Smoked Salmon. Cream Cheese. Capers & Vegetables ***Keep Frozen. Thaw. Heat & Serve ***Allergens: Fish, Shellfish, Milk***GLUTEN FREE***". The MASTER case label is read in parts: "*** PIKE PLACE SMOKED SALMON CHOWDER ***89201 ***KEEP FROZEN UNTIL USED. THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION IMMEDIATELY BEFORE USE*** PRODUCT MAY BE KEPT UNDER REFRIGERATION FOR UP TO 15 DAYS PRIOR TO USE *** CONTAINS: FISH (SALMON), MILK, SHELLFISH (LOBSTER, SHRIMP), WHEAT***".; BEST BY: 09/12/20 MFD: 19255 | 236 cases |
| F-0528-2020 | New England Clam Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89200, distributed By PPC Trading Co. M. BOX #262 4580 Klahanie Drive SE Issaquah WA 98029. There are 12/16 oz. retail packages per master case. Retail package net wt. 16 oz. UPC 8 56112 00402 9. The 16 oz. inner individual pouch has a clear film lid and the label is read in parts: "***Pike Place CHOWDER ***NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER *** CONTAINS: FISH (COD), MILK, SOY, WHEAT***". The outer RETAIL package, which house the 16 oz. inner individual pouch, is read in parts: "***Pike Place CHOWDER *** NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER *** Highest Quality Clams. Farm Fresh Ingredients. Pure Cream & Butter ***THAWING INSTRUCTIONS***COOKING INSTRUCTIONS ***Allergens: Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Soy***GLUTEN FREE***". The MASTER case label is read in parts: "*** PIKE PLACE CHOWDER *** NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER ***89200 ***KEEP FROZEN UNTIL USED. THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION IMMEDIATELY BEFORE USE*** PRODUCT MAY BE KEPT UNDER REFRIGERATION FOR UP TO 15 DAYS PRIOR TO USE *** CONTAINS: FISH (COD), MILK, SOY, WHEAT***".; BEST BY: 09/12/20 MFD: 19255 | New England Clam Chowder = 190 cases. |
What to do — step by step
Check Pouch Label
Look for 'WHEAT' in the ingredients on the inner pouch label.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to eat?
The product contains wheat, so it is not gluten-free. People with wheat allergies or celiac disease should avoid it.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check the inner pouch label for 'WHEAT' in the ingredients. The product is sold under the brand 'Pike Place Chowder' with item number 89201.
What should I do if I have this product?
Check the inner pouch label for 'WHEAT' in the ingredients. If you find wheat, stop using it.
Contact Northwest Gourmet
We’ve drafted a message you can send Northwest Gourmet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0527-2020 — Northwest Gourmet Smoked Salmon Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89201, distributed By PPC Hello, I own a Smoked Salmon Chowder, Pike Place Chowder brand, item #89201, distributed By PPC Trading Co. M. BOX #262 4580 Klahanie that is covered by recall F-0527-2020 from Northwest Gourmet. 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-0527-2020 (December 18, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0527-2020 to see it in context.
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