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Critical RiskUSDA
Food & Beverages/Meat & Poultry

Ground Beef Recalled for Undeclared Soy and Added Water

Agency Publication Date: December 21, 2017
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Summary

PFP Enterprises LLC (Texas Meat Packers) is recalling approximately 7,570 pounds of raw, frozen ground beef products. The recall was initiated after a complaint from a school and testing confirmed the products contain soy and added water, which are not declared on the label. These items were produced on September 28, 2017, and sold in 10-lb. and 40-lb. cases.

Risk

The product contains soy, a known allergen, which is not listed on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your freezer for 40-lb. cases of '85/15 Ground Beef Bulk' with item code 4013 and 'Patterson Food Processors' on the label (Pack Date 12/20/17, Lot 002000125502).
  2. Check your freezer for 10-lb. cases of '85/15 Ground Beef Bulk' with item code 4012 and 'Patterson Food Processors' on the label (Pack Date 12/20/17, Lot 002000125501).
  3. Look for the establishment number 'EST. 34715' inside the USDA mark of inspection.
  4. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact PFP Enterprises LLC at (817) 546-3561 ext. 207 for further instructions.
  5. If you are concerned about an injury or illness related to this product, contact a healthcare provider.
  6. Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional food safety questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

πŸ’°Option 1: Full Refund
How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
πŸ—‘οΈOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: 85/15 Ground Beef Bulk (40-lb. cases)
Variants: 40-lb. cases containing four 10-lb. bags
Item Code:
4013
UPC Codes:
00095439015176
Lot Numbers:
002000125502
Establishment #: EST. 34715
Date Ranges: Produced on Sept. 28, 2017, Pack Date 12/20/17

Label includes 'Patterson Food Processors' and 'KEEP FROZEN'.

Product: 85/15 Ground Beef Bulk (10-lb. cases)
Variants: 10-lb. cases containing two 5-lb. bags
Item Code:
4012
UPC Codes:
00095439015169
Lot Numbers:
002000125501
Establishment #: EST. 34715
Date Ranges: Produced on Sept. 28, 2017, Pack Date 12/20/17

Label includes 'Patterson Food Processors' and 'KEEP FROZEN'.

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Recall Documents

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Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Recall ID: 130-2017
Status: Active
Sold By: Distributors; Institutional locations
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 7,970 pounds
Distributed To: Texas
Classification: Class I
Agency Last Updated: December 21, 2017

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: USDA Notice Β· Raw API Response