The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-1184-2019·Announced 2019-03-20

Victoria Marinara Sauce Recalled for Undeclared Cashews

B&G Foods is recalling Victoria Marinara Sauce because it may contain undeclared cashews, a major food allergen.

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: "Product may contain undeclared cashews."

Plain-English summary

B&G Foods North America, Inc. is recalling Victoria Marinara Sauce, 40 oz. (2.5 lb) 1133g, 6Jars / Case. The recall was initiated because the product may contain undeclared cashews. The recall involves 1,280 cases of the product.

The affected product has a Best By date of 03/06/2022. It was distributed to the states of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific item and Best By date. Individuals with a cashew allergy should avoid consuming the product. Consumers may contact the recalling firm for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Victoria Marinara Sauce, 40 oz. (2.5 lb) 1133g, 6Jars / Case
Affected units
1,280

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)

  • Best By 03/06/2022

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

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