Nestle MAGGI Chicken Bouillon Recall: Undeclared Wheat Hazard

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What happened, in plain English

Nestle is recalling MAGGI Chicken Bouillon tablets because they contain undeclared wheat. This could cause allergic reactions in people with wheat allergies. Consumers should check the UPC codes and best before dates listed in the recall notice.

Why it’s dangerous

The bouillon tablets contain wheat that was not listed on the product label. This poses a risk for individuals with wheat allergies who may experience allergic reactions if they consume the product.

Who’s affected

People who have purchased MAGGI Chicken Bouillon tablets with UPC codes 028000247959 or 028000115678 and best before dates ending in 2015, 2016, or 2017 are affected. Those with wheat allergies are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the UPC codes on the product: 028000247959 or 028000115678. The best before date should end in 2015, 2016, or 2017.

Brand
Nestle
Category
Food

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product UPC
Look for UPC codes 028000247959 or 028000115678 on the product packaging.
Verify Best Before Date
Ensure the best before date ends in 2015, 2016, or 2017.

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Questions people ask

Why is wheat undeclared in these bouillon tablets?

The recall states the product contains undeclared wheat, which is a risk for people with wheat allergies.

What should I do if I have these bouillon tablets?

Check the UPC codes and best before dates. If you have the affected products, you should not consume them and contact Nestle for further instructions.

Are there any other products affected by this recall?

The recall specifically mentions MAGGI Chicken Flavor Bouillon 6Tab and 12Tab with the listed UPC codes and best before dates.

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Subject: Recall F-0797-2016 — Nestle Nestle

Hello,

I own a Nestle that is covered by recall F-0797-2016 from Nestle.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #F-0797-2016 (March 2, 2016) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0797-2016 to see it in context.
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Nestle USA recalls MAGGI Chicken Flavor Bouillon 6Tab, 12Tab UPC Codes: 028000247959, 028000115678, 028000115678

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