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Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereUSDA FSIS·128-2015·Announced 2015-10-20

Taylor Farms Recalls Turkey Meatloaf Due to Undeclared Allergens

Taylor Farms is recalling approximately 276 pounds of turkey meatloaf products because they contain undeclared eggs, soy, and wheat.

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 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — 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. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Misbranding; Unreported Allergens"

Plain-English summary

Taylor Farms New Jersey, Inc. is recalling approximately 276 pounds of 13.9-ounce single-serve trays of Taylor Farms Turkey Meatloaf with tomato bacon glaze. The recall was initiated due to misbranding and the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically eggs, soy, and wheat, which are not listed on the product label.

The affected products were produced on October 15, 2015, and bear establishment number P-34513 inside the USDA mark of inspection with a Sell By date of October 29, 2015. These items were shipped to retail locations in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The issue was discovered by a Taylor Farms merchandiser, who then notified the FSIS Raleigh (N.C.) District Office.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to 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
Taylor Farms Recalls Turkey Meatloaf Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
Brand
Taylor Farms New Jersey, Inc.
Manufacturer
Taylor Farms New Jersey, Inc.
Category
Food — Deli / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

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