The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-0004-2022·Announced 2021-10-13

Duke of Earle Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Recalled for Undeclared Allergens

The Earl of Sandwiches is recalling Duke of Earle X-Large Ham & Cheese sandwiches because they may contain undeclared soy and egg, which pose a risk to consumers with allergies to these ingredients.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Sandwiches may contain undeclared soy and egg."

Plain-English summary

The Earl of Sandwiches is recalling Duke of Earle X-Large Ham & Cheese sandwiches (Net Wt. 10.25 oz, UPC 97256 14322) due to the potential presence of undeclared soy and egg. Approximately 1,124 units have been distributed.

The sandwiches were sold in Minnesota, Utah, and Washington. Consumers who purchased these sandwiches before September 15, 2021 may be affected. The products should be kept refrigerated.

Consumers with allergies or sensitivities to soy or egg should not eat this product. Anyone who has purchased these sandwiches should discard them or return them to the retailer for a refund. Consumers with questions may contact The Earl of Sandwiches in Willernie, Minnesota.

The recalled product

Product
Duke of Earle X-Large Ham & Cheese, Ham and American Cheese on French Bread. Net Wt. 10.25 oz (297g), UPC 97256 14322, Keep Refrigerated. Earle of Sandwiches, Willernie, MN 55090
Affected units
1,124

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Sandwiches Purchased before 9/15/2021

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 5 recalled by The Earl of Sandwiches under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 5 products in this recall →

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