The Recall Desk
CriticalUSDA FSIS·018-2023·Announced 2023-05-19

Sofina Recalls Mortadella Deli Meat Due to Undeclared Pistachio Allergen

Sofina Foods is recalling ready-to-eat mortadella deli meat products because they may contain undeclared pistachios, a known allergen.

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: The source metadata explicitly classifies the recall as 'High - Class I', which corresponds to a Critical severity score of 5 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Sofina Foods Inc. is recalling approximately 15,165 pounds of ready-to-eat mortadella deli meat products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The products may contain pistachio (tree nuts), which is not declared on the product label. The affected items were produced on March 27, 2023, March 30, 2023, and April 4, 2023, and bear Canada establishment number 224.

The recall was initiated after a customer observed pistachio nuts in the product during slicing. The products were shipped to distribution centers in California, Illinois, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania for use in retail delis and foodservice locations. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Consumers who have purchased these products and have an allergy to pistachios should not consume them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Delis and foodservice locations are urged not to serve these products.

The recalled product

Product
Sofina Foods Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Mortadella Deli Meat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen
Category
Food — Deli / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

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