Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IIClosed
USDA FSIS recall · Reported June 12, 2018
J Bar B Foods Recalls Beef Sausage Products due to Adulterated and Misbranded Ingredient
Misbranding
J Bar B Foods recalled WASHINGTON, June 12, 2018 J Bar B Foods, a Waelder, Texas establishment, is recalling app… - a moderate-severity action.
J Bar B Foods Recalls Beef Sausage Products due to Adulterated and Misbranded Ingredient was recalled by J Bar B Foods in June 12, 2018. Reason: Misbranding. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #048-2018 with the USDA FSIS before acting.
The recall
J Bar B Foods issued this moderate-severity USDA FSIS recall-Misbranding.
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- June 12, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official USDA FSIS enforcement records. Verify recall #048-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This USDA FSIS action (record #048-2018) was formally reported on June 12, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Closed. J Bar B Foods is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 9,881 pounds.
The documented reason for this recall is: Misbranding Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Texas. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
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.
Meat & Poultry recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 1,669 meat & poultry recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
9,881 pounds
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
WASHINGTON, June 12, 2018 J Bar B Foods, a Waelder, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 410,985 pounds of beef brisket smoked sausage products due to an adulterated and misbranded ingredient, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain a pork casing, which is not declared on the product label, and may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. The ready-to-eat beef brisket smoked sausage products were produc
Reason for recall
Misbranding
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Closed |
| Recall number | 048-2018 |
| Date reported | June 12, 2018 |
| Date initiated | June 12, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | J Bar B Foods |
| Affected scope | 9,881 pounds |
| Distribution | Texas |
| 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 (048-2018) 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
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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, June 12, 2018 J Bar B Foods, a Waelder, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 410,985 pounds of beef brisket smoked sausage products due to an adulterated and misbranded ingredient, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain a pork casing, which is not declared on the product label, and may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. The ready-to-eat beef brisket smoked sausage products were produc. Recalled by J Bar B Foods. Units affected: 9,881 pounds.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Misbranding
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the USDA FSIS on June 12, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 048-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Texas.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (048-2018) against your product. Visit the official USDA FSIS website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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.
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
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