The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0692-2023·Announced 2023-04-12

Sysco Imperial Caesar Dressing Recalled for Egg Allergen Labeling Discrepancy

Sysco Imperial Caesar Dressing recalled due to labeling discrepancy. The outer case label indicates the product contains eggs, but the primary product label does not list eggs as an ingredient.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is classified as FDA Class I, which per the severity rubric is designated as Critical. FDA Class I recalls indicate a serious hazard where there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Sysco Imperial Caesar Dressing in 1-gallon plastic jugs is being recalled. The product was manufactured by Winland Foods, Inc., distributed by Sysco Corporation in Houston, Texas, with UPC code 7 34730 58508 6 and product code /81E01123 21 00.

The recall was initiated due to a labeling discrepancy. The outer case label indicates the product contains eggs, but the primary product label does not list eggs among the ingredients. This inconsistency creates confusion about the actual allergen content of the product.

The affected product was distributed to Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Texas, and Virginia. Consumers with egg allergies should be aware of this labeling discrepancy.

The recalled product

Product
Sysco Imperial Caesar Dressing NET CONTENTS 1 GAL (3.78 l) INGREDIENTS: Soybean Oil, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Parmesan Cheese***High Fructose Corn Syrup, Salt, Contains less than 2% of Ground Mustard, Spice, Dried Garlic, Anchovy Paste***Sodium Benzoate***Calcium Disodium EDTA**
Manufacturer
Winland Foods, Inc.
Hazard
  • allergen-egg
  • mis-labeling

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)

  • /81E01123 21 00

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

  • AR
  • FL
  • GA
  • TX
  • VA