The Recall Desk
SevereUSDA FSIS·025-2020·Announced 2020-10-17

Taher Inc. Recalls Meat Products Produced Without Federal Inspection

Taher, Inc. is recalling approximately 22,096 pounds of frozen meat products produced without federal inspection. The products were shipped to institutions and food service locations in Minnesota.

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 metadata explicitly classifies this as a 'High - Class I' recall. Per the rubric, USDA Class I recalls are assigned a severity score of 4 (Severe), regardless of the lack of reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Taher, Inc., a Plymouth, Minnesota firm, is recalling approximately 22,096 pounds of frozen meat products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection. The products were produced and packaged between February 25, 2020, and September 22, 2020. The specific items subject to recall are 16-lb. boxes containing 4 bags of “Fresh Seasons Tator Tot Hot Dish” (lot code 056-282) and 16-lb. boxes containing 4 bags of “Fresh Seasons Sloppy Joe” (lot code 065-269). These products may or may not bear establishment number “EST. 45091” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The issue was identified by FSIS inspection personnel who determined that the products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection. The recalled items were shipped to institutions and food service locations in Minnesota. FSIS is concerned that some product may still be in institutional or food service freezers.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Institutions and food service locations that purchased these products are urged not to serve them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Taher, Inc. Recalls Meat Products Produced Without Benefit of Inspection
Brand
Taher, Inc.
Manufacturer
Taher, Inc.
Category
Food — Frozen Meat Products
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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