San Antonio-based HEB Grocery Co. is recalling H-E-B and Hill Country Fare sandwich bread because of the possibility that it has extraneous rubber in it.

recalled HEB and Hill Country Fare bread“H-E-B, committed to the quality of its products, is voluntarily issuing a precautionary recall for H-E-B and Hill Country Fare sandwich bread with a best-by date of April 29 or earlier due to the possible presence of a single piece of rubber in the product. This was an isolated incident,” according to the recall notice posted on the company’s website and the Food and Drug Administration website.

Bread purchased in the San Antonio area, Rio Grande Valley, Laredo and Corpus Christi stores is not impacted by this recall.

Customers who bought the recalled bread can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Customers with any questions or concerns may contact H-E-B customer service at 855-432-4438.

The recall is for the following products with the “Best By” date of 4/29 or earlier:

Product UPC number Tie Color
Hill Country Fare Thin 4122046090 orange, green, blue
Hill Country Fare Extra Thin 4122064420 orange, green
Hill Country Fare Wheat 4122078985 orange, green, blue
H-E-B Extra Thin 4122084868 orange, green, blue
H-E-B Round Top White 4122035774 orange, green, blue
H-E-B Split Top White 4122088001 orange, green, blue
H-E-B Texas Toast 4122062888 orange, green
H-E-B 100% Whole Wheat 4122003278 orange, green, blue
H-E-B Split Top Honey Wheat 4122003108 orange, green, blue

 

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