Bellisio Foods Recalls Frozen Pork Rib Patties Due to Foreign Matter
Bellisio Foods is recalling frozen boneless pork rib patties that may contain glass or hard plastic. No injuries have been reported.
The agency’s classification
USDA FSIS: 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 5/5 (Critical).
Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly classifies the recall as 'High - Class I' and 'Class I'. Per the rubric, an FDA/USDA Class I classification mandates a severity score of 5 (Critical), regardless of the lack of reported injuries.
Plain-English summary
Bellisio Foods, Inc. is recalling approximately 173,376 pounds of frozen boneless pork rib shaped patties. The products, sold as Boston Market Home Style Meals, may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of glass or hard plastic. The recall includes 14-oz. black cardboard box packages with specific 'Best By' dates and lot codes listed in the official notice.
The issue was identified after the establishment received consumer complaints regarding the presence of glass or hard plastic in the patties. The products were shipped to a Department of Defense facility in Tucson, Arizona, and to retail locations nationwide. FSIS was notified of the issue on February 22, 2019.
There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions or injuries due to the consumption of these products. Consumers who have purchased these items are urged not to consume them and should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Bellisio Foods Recalls Boneless Pork Rib Frozen Entrée Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
- Brand
- Bellisio Foods, Inc.
- Manufacturer
- Bellisio Foods, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Frozen Meat
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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