The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1132-2024·Announced 2024-04-17

Egg Salad Sandwich Recalled for Undeclared Fish Allergen Mislabeling

Tuna salad sandwiches were mislabeled as egg salad, creating an undeclared fish allergen risk for consumers. The recall affects 551 units distributed to institutions and retailers across ten states.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is FDA Class II allergen mislabeling involving a common allergen (fish). Per the rubric, allergen mislabeling on common allergens without reported illness warrants a High (3) rating. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

The Coastal Companies DBA Hearn Kirkwood is recalling 7.22oz sandwiches (UPC 766375938415) with a Use By Date of 03/23/2024. The products were actually tuna salad but were labeled and sold as egg salad, creating an undeclared fish allergen risk.

The recall affects 551 units distributed to institutions, hospitals, and retailers across DC, FL, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, and VA.

Consumers who purchased these sandwiches should not consume them if they have a fish or tuna allergy. Anyone with concerns about potential exposure should contact a healthcare provider. Consumers should return unopened sandwiches to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Egg salad sandwich packaged in clamshell for individual sale. 7.22oz (205g) UPC 766375938415
Manufacturer
The Coastal Companies DBA Hearn Kirkwood
Category
Food — Deli / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard
  • allergen-fish
  • 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)

  • Use By Date of 03/23/2024

Distribution

Distributed in 10 states:

  • DC
  • FL
  • MA
  • MD
  • MI
  • NJ
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • VA

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