The Recall Desk
HighUSDA FSIS·039-2015·Announced 2015-03-04

Bavarian Brand Loaf Recalled for Undeclared Soy Allergen

Bavarian Meats is recalling approximately 1,400 pounds of Bavarian Brand Loaf products due to misbranding and an undeclared soy allergen.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (soy) and is classified as Class II, which aligns with the High severity criteria for allergen mislabeling without reported illness.

Plain-English summary

Bavarian Meats, a Seattle, Washington establishment, is recalling approximately 1,400 pounds of Bavarian Brand Loaf products. The recall is due to misbranding and the presence of an undeclared allergen. The product contains soy lecithin, which was used as a releasing agent during the baking process but is not declared on the product label.

The affected items are 5 lb., 1 lb., and 1/4 lb. packages of Bavarian Brand Loaf, a lunch meat containing pork and veal. These products were produced prior to March 2, 2015, and bear the establishment number EST. 6431 inside the USDA mark of inspection. The items were shipped to wholesale and retail locations in Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

The problem was discovered by FSIS inspection activities. FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Consumers with questions can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline or visit AskKaren.gov.

The recalled product

Product
Bavarian Meats Recalls Brand Loaf Products Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen
Brand
Bavarian Meat Products

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states: