Severity
Moderate
ModeratePublic Health AlertClosed
USDA FSIS recall · Reported January 9, 2020
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Swedish Meatball Products Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen
Misbranding
Carso's Pasta Company recalled WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspectio… - a moderate-severity action.
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Swedish Meatball Products Due to Misbranding and an U… was recalled by Carso's Pasta Company in January 9, 2020. Reason: Misbranding. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #PHA-01092020-01 with the USDA FSIS before acting.
The recall
Carso's Pasta Company issued this moderate-severity USDA FSIS recall-Misbranding.
- Moderate
- severity level
- Public Health Alert
- classification
- January 9, 2020
- reported
Sourced from official USDA FSIS enforcement records. Verify recall #PHA-01092020-01 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This USDA FSIS action (record #PHA-01092020-01) was formally reported on January 9, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Public Health Alert), with a current status of Closed. Carso's Pasta Company is listed as the recalling firm. The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts.
The documented reason for this recall is: Misbranding Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Washington. 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
Unknown
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert because Carso’s Pasta Company, a Lynnwood, Wash. establishment, sold 636 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) Swedish meatball products that were misbranded. The products contain anchovies (fish), which are not declared on the product label. A recall was not requested because it is believed that the products are no longer available for consumers to purchase. The RTE
Reason for recall
Misbranding
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service |
| Severity class | Moderate (Public Health Alert) |
| Status | Closed |
| Recall number | PHA-01092020-01 |
| Date reported | January 9, 2020 |
| Date initiated | January 9, 2020 |
| Recalling firm | Carso's Pasta Company |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | Washington |
| 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 (PHA-01092020-01) 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, Jan. 9, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert because Carso’s Pasta Company, a Lynnwood, Wash. establishment, sold 636 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) Swedish meatball products that were misbranded. The products contain anchovies (fish), which are not declared on the product label. A recall was not requested because it is believed that the products are no longer available for consumers to purchase. The RTE . Recalled by Carso's Pasta Company.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Misbranding
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the USDA FSIS on January 9, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: PHA-01092020-01.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Washington.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (PHA-01092020-01) 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.
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