Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported April 13, 2016
HORMEL COOKED HAM, sold in a deli bag. This is a deli service item
Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced.
Bj Wholesale Club recalled HORMEL COOKED HAM, sold in a deli bag. This is a deli service item - a moderate-severity action.
HORMEL COOKED HAM, sold in a deli bag. This is a deli service item was recalled by Bj Wholesale Club in April 13, 2016. Reason: Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0958-2016 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Bj Wholesale Club issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced..
- Moderate
- severity level
- 9K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- April 13, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0958-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0958-2016) was formally reported on April 13, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 5, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Bj Wholesale Club is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Westborough, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 9354.
The documented reason for this recall is: Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: BJs locations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia. 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 FDA Food - 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 - 437 meat & poultry recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. 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
9354
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
HORMEL COOKED HAM, sold in a deli bag. This is a deli service item
Reason for recall
Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0958-2016 |
| Date reported | April 13, 2016 |
| Date initiated | February 5, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Bj Wholesale Club |
| Firm location | Westborough, MA |
| Affected scope | 9354 |
| Distribution | BJs locations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food 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? ▼
HORMEL COOKED HAM, sold in a deli bag. This is a deli service item. Recalled by Bj Wholesale Club. Units affected: 9354.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product may have been sliced on the same equipment where the mortadella with pistachios was sliced.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 13, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0958-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: BJs locations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0958-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food 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.
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