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Jessie Lord Bakery Lemon Meringue Pie Recall 136,252 Cases Over Undeclared Yellow #5 (2025)

Jessie Lord Bakery is recalling 136,252 cases of Lemon Meringue Pie sold at retailers in 14 states due to undeclared Yellow #5. The dye was not disclosed on packaging. Consumers should not eat the product and should seek a refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 20, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Jessie Lord Bakery
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
Nationwide (50 states)
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Undeclared Yellow#5 in Lemon Meringue Pie

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Jessie Lord Bakery, LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

Lemon Meringue Pie is a bakery dessert sold in grocery stores and bakeries. Consumers buy it as a ready-made dessert or for parties and gatherings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Yellow #5 dye was not declared on the pie packaging. Ingesting undeclared dyes can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers in 14 states face a recall for a popular dessert. The issue is a labeling deficiency rather than a structural product failure.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check the packaging for item codes 31811, 30811, 08276, 84232
  2. Match the UPC codes in the recall notice
  3. Look for recall number H-0568-2025 on official communications

Where to find product info

Labels show item codes and UPCs; FDA recall page provides details.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-6 weeks after verification.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all attempts to contact the company
  • Consider filing a report with the CPSC if the issue is not resolved
  • Keep copies of the purchase receipt and packaging

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always check ingredient lists for food coloring dyes like Yellow #5
  • Choose products with clearly disclosed ingredients
  • Store-bought pies from brands with transparent labeling
  • Check recalls regularly before consuming ready-made desserts

Documentation advice

Keep the product packaging, recall notices, and any correspondence with the company for records

Product Details

Product: Lemon Meringue Pie. Item Codes: 31811, 30811, 08276, 84232. UPCs: 8 85523 31811 1; 8 85523 30811 2; 0 41512 08275 7; 000 41220 84232 2. Quantity: 136,252 cases. States: Alabama, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin. Brand: Jessie Lord Bakery. Sold through: Retail outlets in the listed states. Recall date: 2025-08-20. Report date: 2025-09-10. Recall number: H-0568-2025.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 136,252 recalled cases
  • Item codes: 31811, 30811, 08276, 84232
  • UPCs listed: 8 85523 31811 1; 8 85523 30811 2; 0 41512 08275 7; 000 41220 84232 2
  • Distributed in 14 states: AL, AZ, CA, CT, KS, LA, MI, MO, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, WI
  • Hazard: undeclared Yellow #5 (tartrazine) on packaging
  • Remedy: refund or replacement; notification by letter from Jessie Lord Bakery, LLC (no phone listed)
View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
6/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
POISONINGOTHER

Product Classification

Product TypeLemon Meringue Pie
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
31811
30811
08276
84232
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
September 10, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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