H E B Good Bread Coney & Hot Dog Buns May Contain Cotton Fibers

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Recalling firmH E B Grocery Company, LP4625 Windfern Rd · Houston, TX 77041-8921

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What happened, in plain English

H E B is recalling two types of bread products that may contain cotton fibers. This could cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, though the risk is low for most people.

Why it’s dangerous

The bread products may contain cotton fibers, which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. This is a low-risk hazard as the fibers are not expected to cause serious injury in normal use.

Who’s affected

People who purchased the recalled Good Bread 10" Coney or 16 Hot Dog Enriched Buns between July 2015 and the best by dates listed. Those with cotton allergies are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product names and UPC codes: 041220181506 for the 10" Coney and 04122018147 for the 16 Hot Dog Enriched Buns. The best by dates are July 3, 2015, and July 4, 2015.

Brand
H E B
Category
Food

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What to do — step by step

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Look for the specific UPC codes and best by dates listed on the product packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The products may contain cotton fibers, which could cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, but they are generally safe for most people.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Check for the product names and UPC codes: 041220181506 for the 10" Coney and 04122018147 for the 16 Hot Dog Enriched Buns. The best by dates are July 3, 2015, and July 4, 2015.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the product labels.

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Subject: Recall F-2973-2015 — H E B H E B

Hello,

I own a H E B that is covered by recall F-2973-2015 from H E B.

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-2973-2015 (June 25, 2015) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-2973-2015 to see it in context.
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H E B Grocery Company, LP recalls Good Bread 10" Coney, Net Wt. 18.2 OZ (516g), UPC: 041220181506; Good Bread 16 Hot Dog Enriched Buns Net Wt. 24 oz

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