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USDA FSIS recall · Reported December 18, 2019

Montpak International Inc. Recalls Veal and Lamb Products Produced Without Benefit of Import Inspection

Import Violation

Recall #
120-2019
Affected scope
1,248 pounds
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The USDA FSIS recalled 40-lb. bulk boxes containing “VEAL Bones” with a SKU 97507U and PRODUCT OF CANADA (“CANAD… - a critical-severity action.

Montpak International Inc. Recalls Veal and Lamb Products Produced Without Benefit of Imp… was recalled and listed by the USDA FSIS in December 18, 2019. Reason: Import Violation. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #120-2019 with the USDA FSIS before acting.

The recall

issued this critical-severity USDA FSIS recall-Import Violation.

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
December 18, 2019
reported

Sourced from official USDA FSIS enforcement records. Verify recall #120-2019 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 scope (see Distribution below) 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.

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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

40-lb. bulk boxes containing “VEAL Bones” with a SKU 97507U and PRODUCT OF CANADA (“CANADA 96” in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 50-lb. bulk boxes containing “VEAL Marrow bones” with a SKU 97660U and PRODUCT OF CANADA (“CANADA 96” in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 50-lb. bulk boxes containing "VEAL Bones (neck sliced)" with a SKU 97578U and PRODUCT OF CANADA ("CANADA 710" in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing “MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 2 OZ CHUNKS” and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing “MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 2 OZ EYE RND” and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing "MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 4 OZ EYE RND" and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; Whole carcasses of lamb wrapped in cheese cloth.

Reason for recall

Import Violation

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 120-2019
Date reported December 18, 2019
Date initiated December 18, 2019
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope 1,248 pounds
Distribution New Jersey; New York; Virginia
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 (120-2019) 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? ▼
40-lb. bulk boxes containing “VEAL Bones” with a SKU 97507U and PRODUCT OF CANADA (“CANADA 96” in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 50-lb. bulk boxes containing “VEAL Marrow bones” with a SKU 97660U and PRODUCT OF CANADA (“CANADA 96” in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 50-lb. bulk boxes containing "VEAL Bones (neck sliced)" with a SKU 97578U and PRODUCT OF CANADA ("CANADA 710" in the Canadian mark of inspection) represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing “MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 2 OZ CHUNKS” and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing “MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 2 OZ EYE RND” and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; 10-lb. bulk boxes containing "MECHANICALLY TENDERIZED VEAL LEG CUTLET 4 OZ EYE RND" and EST 1809 and PACKED ON DEC-10-19 represented on the label.; Whole carcasses of lamb wrapped in cheese cloth.. Units affected: 1,248 pounds.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Import Violation
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the USDA FSIS on December 18, 2019. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 120-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: New Jersey; New York; Virginia.
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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