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USDA FSIS recall · Reported March 10, 2016

Nestle USA Inc. Recalls Chicken Pizza And Chicken Lasagna Products Due To Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Product Contamination

Recall #
024-2016
Affected scope
5,472 pounds
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Nestle USA, Inc. recalled WASHINGTON, March 10, 2016 Nestle USA Inc. is recalling approximately 267,024 pounds of c… - a critical-severity action.

Nestle USA Inc. Recalls Chicken Pizza And Chicken Lasagna Products Due To Possible Foreig… was recalled by Nestle USA, Inc. in March 10, 2016. Reason: Product Contamination. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #024-2016 with the USDA FSIS before acting.

The recall

Nestle USA, Inc. issued this critical-severity USDA FSIS recall-Product Contamination.

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
March 10, 2016
reported

Sourced from official USDA FSIS enforcement records. Verify recall #024-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from USDA FSIS - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 1,672 meat & poultry recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

WASHINGTON, March 10, 2016 Nestle USA Inc. is recalling approximately 267,024 pounds of chicken pizza products, produced at its Little Chute, Wisconsin establishment, and chicken lasagna products, produced at its Springville, Utah establishment that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The chicken lasagna items were produced on Dec. 21, 2015 and the chicken pizza items were produced on Jan. 1

Reason for recall

Product Contamination

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the USDA FSIS recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Closed
Recall number 024-2016
Date reported March 10, 2016
Date initiated March 10, 2016
Recalling firm Nestle USA, Inc.
Affected scope 5,472 pounds
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source USDA FSIS notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official USDA FSIS enforcement record. Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (024-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official USDA FSIS notice before acting. USDA FSIS notice
  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official USDA FSIS record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
WASHINGTON, March 10, 2016 Nestle USA Inc. is recalling approximately 267,024 pounds of chicken pizza products, produced at its Little Chute, Wisconsin establishment, and chicken lasagna products, produced at its Springville, Utah establishment that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The chicken lasagna items were produced on Dec. 21, 2015 and the chicken pizza items were produced on Jan. 1. Recalled by Nestle USA, Inc.. Units affected: 5,472 pounds.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product Contamination
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the USDA FSIS on March 10, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 024-2016.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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