New York Firm Recalls Beef Product Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Agency Publication Date: January 12, 2015

Summary

US Foods is recalling approximately 700 pounds of BEEF CUT STRIPS FOR FAJITA sold in 5-lb. packages. The product was shipped to divisions in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York and is being recalled because it may contain undeclared peanuts. The issue was discovered after a spice supplier's cumin was found to be contaminated with peanut residue, which is not listed on the product label.

Risk

The product contains undeclared peanuts, posing a risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction to individuals with a peanut allergy or sensitivity. While no adverse reactions have been reported to date, the cumin used in the spice mix may contain peanut residue.

What You Should Do

Check your freezer or refrigerator for 5-lb. cryo packed cases containing two 5-lb packages of 'BEEF CUT STRIPS FOR FAJITA'.
Verify the establishment number 'EST. 7817' which is located inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product label.
Check if the product was produced on the following specific dates: November 25, 2014, December 10, 2014, or December 15, 2014.
If you have an allergy to peanuts, do not consume this product; contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider if you have concerns about an injury or illness.
Contact Roberto Bellavia, Director Food Safety and Quality Assurance, at (773) 491-1411 with any questions regarding the recall.
Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.

Affected Products

Product: BEEF CUT STRIPS FOR FAJITA (5-lb. cryo packed cases)

Item Code:

EST. 7817

Date Ranges: Produced November 25, 2014, Produced December 10, 2014, Produced December 15, 2014

Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Recall ID: 007-2015

Status: Active

Manufacturer: US Foods Inc

Units Affected: 340 pounds

Classification: Class I

Agency Last Updated: January 12, 2015

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your freezer or refrigerator for 5-lb. cryo packed cases containing two 5-lb packages of 'BEEF CUT STRIPS FOR FAJITA'.

Verify the establishment number 'EST. 7817' which is located inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product label.

Check if the product was produced on the following specific dates: November 25, 2014, December 10, 2014, or December 15, 2014.

If you have an allergy to peanuts, do not consume this product; contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider if you have concerns about an injury or illness.

Contact Roberto Bellavia, Director Food Safety and Quality Assurance, at (773) 491-1411 with any questions regarding the recall.

Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.