Voluntary Recall of Ian's Panko Bread Crumbs at Stop and Shop in Westport and Elsewhere

Stop & Shop announced Tuesday that it’s removing Ian’s All Natural Panko Breadcrumbs from the shelves because the product container states that the bread crumbs are “allergy friendly” but still contain wheat.

Some people have an allergy to wheat (if you don’t have that allergy, you won’t have a problem with the bread crumbs, Stop & Shop said in its announcement).

The company said this product is specifically “included in the recall”: Ian’s All Natural Italian Style Panko Bread Crumbs, 9 oz., UPC 74951277220 with an expiration date of 31MAY15, 11OCT15 & 17OCT15

Stop & Shop has a supermarket at 1790 Post Road East in Westport.

In its announcement Tuesday, Stop & Shop also said:

Stop & Shop has received no reports of illnesses to date. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Symptoms of food allergies typically appear from within a few minutes to two hours after a person has eaten the food to which he or she is allergic.

Allergic reactions can include: hives; flushed skin or rash; tingling or itchy sensation in the mouth; face, tongue, or lip swelling; vomiting and/or diarrhea; abdominal cramps; coughing or wheezing; dizziness and/or lightheadedness; swelling of the throat and vocal cords; difficulty breathing; loss of consciousness.

Customers who have purchased the product should discard any unused portions and bring their purchase receipt to Stop & Shop for a full refund.

Consumers looking for additional information on the recall may call Elevation Foods at 800-543-6637, option. In addition customers may call Stop & Shop Customer Service at 1-800-767-7772 for more information. Customers can also visit the Stop & Shop website at http://www.stopandshop.com.