The Recall Desk
SevereUSDA FSIS·003-2022·Announced 2022-01-08

Abbyland Foods Recalls Beef Sticks for Undeclared Milk Allergen

Abbyland Foods is recalling approximately 14,976 pounds of smoked beef sticks because they contain undeclared milk, a known allergen.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly classifies the recall as 'High - Class I' and 'Class I'. Per the rubric, USDA Class I recalls must be scored as 4 (Severe) or higher, regardless of the lack of reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Abbyland Foods, Inc., an Abbotsford, Wisconsin establishment, is recalling approximately 14,976 pounds of smoked beef sticks due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The recalled items are 2-lb. clear plastic packages of “IOWA SMOKEHOUSE ORIGINAL SMOKED BEEF STICKS” with sell-by dates of 11/15/2022 or 11/17/2022. These products bear establishment number 1633B on the package below the sell-by date.

The smoked beef sticks were produced between November 15 and November 17, 2021, and were shipped to retail locations nationwide. The issue was identified after the firm received consumer complaints regarding the presence of cheese in the product and reported the event to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Abbyland Foods, Inc. Recalls Beef Stick Product Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.