FDA Issues Bread Recall Update After Glass Discovered in Crusts

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ended a voluntary recall of 800 items after glass fragments were discovered in the crusts of several breads.
Maryland-based Upper Crust Bakery LP initiated the recall regarding products distributed to six states: Pennsylvania, California, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware, and Ohio.
Upper Crust Bakery LP, operating out of Glenn Dale, voluntarily recalled three varieties of bread—Ancient Grains Hoagie Roll, Multigrain Sourdough, and Whole Grain Multigrain—after a team member discovered a glass fragment on a piece of seeded bread.
The recall initially began on April 12, 2025, and the FDA classified it as Class II on April 25, the second-highest of three risk levels, which indicates the potential for temporary or reversible health consequences.
The FDA terminated the recall on July 15.
Stock image of sourdough bread slices.
Stock image of sourdough bread slices.
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Why it Matters
The FDA warned that consuming glass fragments could cause injuries ranging from cuts in the mouth and throat to intestinal perforation—a risk prompting significant public attention.
What To Know
According to FDA records, the recall covered three products:
Ancient Grains Hoagie Roll , 4 oz, Lot #90, 89 cases, carton code CP45, distributed frozen
, 4 oz, Lot #90, 89 cases, carton code CP45, distributed frozen Multigrain Sourdough , 18 oz, Lot #90, 699 cases, carton code CP12, distributed frozen
, 18 oz, Lot #90, 699 cases, carton code CP12, distributed frozen Whole Grain Multigrain, 20 oz, Lot #92, 30 cases, carton code CP12, distributed frozen
The bakery, operating as Crest Hill Bakery, notified the FDA after an employee discovered a glass fragment during a routine inspection. Further investigation traced the source of the glass to sunflower seeds provided by supplier Magic Flame.
Upper Crust Bakery LP stated that it immediately ceased using ingredients from the implicated supplier and removed all affected products from circulation.
"We have ceased the use of sunflower seeds from the manufacturer associated with the glass fragments, Magic Flame," the company said in a statement announcing the recall.
For consumers, the FDA and Upper Crust Bakery LP advised that bread with affected lot numbers should not be consumed but instead discarded or returned to the point of purchase for a refund. Health experts emphasized contacting a health care provider if glass ingestion is suspected due to the risk of gastrointestinal injury.
Who People Are Saying
Upper Crust Bakery LP, in a statement announcing the recall: "The recall was initiated after a vigilant team member discovered a small glass fragment on top of a piece of seeded bread."
"We remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in all our products," the company added.
The FDA warned at the time: "The agency warns that consuming glass fragments can result in significant injuries such as damage to teeth, lacerations of the mouth and throat, or perforation of the intestine."
What Happens Next
With the recall terminated as of July 15, 2025, Upper Crust Bakery LP stated that it has stopped sourcing sunflower seeds from the implicated supplier and has amended its food safety checks.
For further updates on food recalls and safety guidance, visit the FDA's official recall search portal.