Trail Mix Recall Sparks Urgent Health Alert for Customers

A trail mix recall affecting multiple Midwestern states is raising urgent health concerns after federal officials warned the product may contain undeclared allergens linked to potentially life-threatening reactions. Consumers are now being urged to inspect packages carefully and stop eating the product immediately if it matches the recall details.

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co., based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, announced the recall for a single lot of Frederik’s by Meijer Vanilla Bourbon Trail Mix sold in Meijer stores across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Kentucky. The recall was issued after the company discovered the product may contain undeclared wheat and soy.

The affected product comes in a black 9-ounce bag marked with lot number 6069-1 and an expiration date of 12/10/26 stamped on the back. The recalled product also carries UPC code 7-13733-07615-5. Health officials warned that consumers with wheat or soy allergies should avoid consuming the trail mix under any circumstances due to the risk of severe allergic reactions.

The Recall Centers on a Dangerous Labeling Error

According to the FDA notice, the problem began after chocolate-covered pretzel balls containing wheat and soy were mistakenly packaged in place of the listed bourbon-flavored caramels. Because of the mix-up, the allergens were not disclosed on the packaging label.

For people with severe food allergies, even small amounts of undeclared allergens can trigger dangerous reactions. Symptoms may include swelling, breathing difficulties, digestive distress, or anaphylaxis, which can quickly become life-threatening without emergency medical treatment.

The FDA said the recall stemmed from what the company described as a “temporary breakdown” in Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.’s production and packaging process. Production has since been suspended while both regulators and company officials work to ensure the issue has been fully corrected before additional products reach store shelves.

Customers Across Six States May Have Purchased the Product

The recalled trail mix was distributed exclusively through Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Kentucky. Newsweek also highlighted the affected-region map as part of the broader public warning following the recall announcement.

Officials emphasized that no illnesses had been reported at the time the recall was announced. Even so, the warning has drawn significant attention because food allergen recalls remain among the most serious and common food safety issues in the United States.

The FDA identifies wheat and soy among the country’s nine major allergens, alongside milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, and sesame. Millions of Americans manage food allergies every year, making accurate labeling essential for consumers trying to avoid potentially dangerous ingredients in packaged foods.

Consumers Are Being Told to Throw the Product Away

Customers who purchased the recalled trail mix are being advised to either discard the product immediately or return it to the original place of purchase for a full refund.

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co. has also provided a customer support number for shoppers seeking additional information or assistance. Consumers can contact the company at 1-877-363-4537 between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. EDT with questions related to the recall.

While the recall currently involves only a single production lot, food safety experts say incidents like this demonstrate how even minor packaging errors can quickly escalate into major public health concerns. For allergy-sensitive consumers, carefully checking expiration dates, lot numbers, and UPC details remains one of the most important safeguards against accidental exposure.