WinCo Recalls Hoagie Rolls Over Undeclared Sesame: UPC, Dates

TL;DR: What happened on October 22, 2026

On October 22, 2026, WinCo Foods LLC announced a recall of WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls (UPC 2-70552-00649-2, net weight 16oz (1LB) 454g) because sesame flour was missing from both the ingredient list and the allergen statement. The manufacturer, United States Bakery, found the packaging problem, and the FDA posted the notice the same day. The notice states that people with an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame may risk a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. Shoppers in CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT and WA should check the Best By date on the bag.

Key takeaways

• On October 22, 2026, WinCo Foods LLC announced a recall of WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls (UPC 2-70552-00649-2, net weight 16oz (1LB) 454g) because sesame flour was omitted from the ingredient list and allergen statement.
• Affected rolls carry Best By dates from 9/10/2026-11/3/2026, and were sold at WinCo Foods retail stores in CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT and WA.
• The FDA notice states that no illnesses have been reported, but people with an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame may risk a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction.
• Consumer action: do not consume the rolls if you are sensitive or allergic to sesame, and return them to the nearest WinCo Foods location for a refund.
• Contact: WinCo Foods Customer Service Desk at 1-800-824-1706, or the online Contact Us form.
• Sesame has been the ninth major food allergen in the U.S. since January 1, 2023, and FDA requirements for major allergens, including labeling, apply to it.
• The recall classification and the number of units recalled were not disclosed.

What happened

WinCo Foods LLC of Boise, ID announced the recall on October 22, 2026, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration published its notice the same day under the Food & Beverages and Allergens categories. The FDA recall notice names WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls, with a net weight of 16oz (1LB) 454g.

According to the notice, the recall was started after the manufacturer, United States Bakery, discovered that the packaging did not declare sesame flour in the ingredient list or the allergen statement. The recall is being made with the knowledge of the FDA. The notice does not say how the missing sesame flour was discovered, whether through testing, a complaint, or an audit, so that detail was not disclosed.

What changed

The mechanism is a labeling omission. The packaging left sesame flour out of both the ingredient list and the allergen statement, so the label did not match what the product contains. Sesame must be named on the label, which is why the omission is the basis for the notice. The notice does not describe a corrected label or reformulation.

Several details were not disclosed. The FDA recall classification (Class I, II, or III) is not stated in the notice. The number of packages or units recalled is not given, and the full ingredient list of the hoagie rolls is not given. The notice also does not state where United States Bakery is located. Lot codes beyond the UPC and Best By dates were not provided.

Who is affected

The recalled product is WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls, UPC 2-70552-00649-2, with a net weight of 16oz (1LB) 454g. The notice states the Best By range as "9/10/2026-11/3/2026."

The notice also gives an example of how the date is printed, reading "Best if used by SEP 9" on the bag. The range and the example use different formats, and the notice does not explain this discrepancy.

Distribution covers WinCo Foods retail stores in California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington. The notice does not say whether other WinCo bakery items are affected, and it does not say whether other United States Bakery brands are involved. Those questions were not disclosed.

What it means for shoppers

If you bought WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls in one of the listed states, the first check is the package itself. Look for UPC 2-70552-00649-2, the net weight of 16oz (1LB) 454g, and the Best By date printed on the bag.

Label reading matters because sesame can appear in more than one place on a package. FDA labeling rules state that the food source of a major allergen must appear in parentheses after the ingredient name or in a "Contains" statement, such as "Contains sesame." FDA explains the rule in its consumer update on sesame labels.

The FDA notes that allergen labeling for unpackaged bakery goods may vary.

The background

Sesame became the ninth major food allergen in the United States after the FASTER Act was signed on April 23, 2021. The law took effect on January 1, 2023, and since that date all FDA requirements for major food allergens, including labeling and manufacturing requirements, apply to sesame. The other eight major food allergens are milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans.

The FDA's food allergy page reports that from September 2009 to September 2014, about one-third of foods reported through the Reportable Food Registry as serious health risks involved undeclared allergens. It also states that bakery products were among the five food types most often involved in allergen recalls.

For a related sesame recall on a different product, see Oliva to Go Baba Ghanouj, Hummus Recalled: Undeclared Sesame.

What to watch next

Several items remain open. The FDA recall classification and the number of units recalled have not been disclosed. Any update to the notice, such as a classification, a count of units, or a discovery method, would appear on the FDA recall page linked in this article. Readers who want to see how sesame labeling is being addressed in food service settings can read FDA 2026 Food Code and Sesame: Allergen Disclosure Moves to Menus.

Which WinCo hoagie rolls are recalled for sesame?

The recalled product is WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls with UPC 2-70552-00649-2, in a net weight of 16oz (1LB) 454g, with Best By dates given as "9/10/2026-11/3/2026." The notice's format example reads "Best if used by SEP 9" on the bag.

The notice does not describe other flavors, sizes, or WinCo bakery items, so those were not disclosed as part of this recall.

Is sesame a major food allergen?

Yes, sesame is a major food allergen in the United States. The FASTER Act, signed April 23, 2021, declared sesame the ninth major food allergen, effective January 1, 2023. Because of that rule, FDA requirements for major food allergens, including labeling and manufacturing requirements, apply to sesame.

What to do with recalled WinCo hoagie rolls?

Do not eat the recalled rolls if you are sensitive or allergic to sesame, according to the FDA notice. The notice says you can return them to the nearest WinCo Foods location for a refund. Questions can go to the WinCo Foods Customer Service Desk at 1-800-824-1706 or through the online Contact Us form.

If you are not sure whether you have a sesame allergy, the notice does not offer individual medical guidance. A clinician is the right person to ask about a specific reaction or allergy status.

Did the recall cause any illnesses?

The FDA notice states that no illnesses have been reported. The notice also states that people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame may risk a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The absence of reported illnesses does not mean the product is safe for people with sesame allergy.

If you have questions about this recall, check your package and the notice, or contact WinCo Foods directly. You can also scan the label yourself with the Aurascan app to see how each ingredient is described and what regulators say about it.