Ohanyan's Bastirma and Soujouk, Co. Recalls Sausage Products Due To Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen

Agency Publication Date: April 30, 2015

Summary

Ohanyan's Bastirma & Soujouk Co. is recalling approximately 159,291 pounds of SOUJOUK Dried Beef Sausage (Hot & Spicy and Mild varieties) sold in 1-pound cryovac packages. These products were distributed nationwide to retailers and consumers between April 2014 and April 2015. The recall was initiated because the sausage contains soy lecithin, a known allergen, which was not declared on the label after a canola oil spray was used as a release agent during production.

Risk

The product contains soy lecithin, which poses a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions for individuals with a soy allergy or sensitivity. No adverse reactions have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

Check your refrigerator or freezer for 1-pound cryovac packages of SOUJOUK Dried Beef Sausage in 'Hot & Spicy' or 'Mild' varieties.
Verify the product is affected by looking for establishment number 'EST. 5867-A' inside the USDA mark of inspection and checking if the sell-by date falls within the production window of April 30, 2014, through April 30, 2015.
If you have a soy allergy, do not consume these products; discard them or return them to the place of purchase.
If you are concerned about a potential allergic reaction, contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Contact Hayik Garabetyan at Ohanyans Bastirma & Soujouk Co. at 1-559-243-0800 for specific questions regarding the recall.
For additional food safety questions, call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854.

Affected Products

Product: SOUJOUK Dried Beef Sausage Hot & Spicy (1-pound)

Item Code:

EST. 5867-A

UPC Codes:

695318002022

Date Ranges: April 30, 2014 through April 30, 2015

Product: SOUJOUK Dried Beef Sausage Mild (1-pound)

Item Code:

EST. 5867-A

UPC Codes:

695318002015

Date Ranges: April 30, 2014 through April 30, 2015

Recall Documents

View product labels, distribution lists, and other details in the attached documents.

072-2015.pdf

Additional Information

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

Recall ID: 072-2015

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Ohanyan's Inc.

Units Affected: 1,176 pounds

Classification: Class II

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your refrigerator or freezer for 1-pound cryovac packages of SOUJOUK Dried Beef Sausage in 'Hot & Spicy' or 'Mild' varieties.

Verify the product is affected by looking for establishment number 'EST. 5867-A' inside the USDA mark of inspection and checking if the sell-by date falls within the production window of April 30, 2014, through April 30, 2015.

If you have a soy allergy, do not consume these products; discard them or return them to the place of purchase.

If you are concerned about a potential allergic reaction, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

Contact Hayik Garabetyan at Ohanyans Bastirma & Soujouk Co. at 1-559-243-0800 for specific questions regarding the recall.

For additional food safety questions, call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854.