USDA Alerts Consumers to Avoid BetterBallen Foods Frozen Meat Products Due to Undeclared Allergens
The USDA is alerting consumers to avoid certain frozen meat products from BetterBallen Foods due to undeclared allergens, including sesame and anchovy. These products were sold online nationwide and potentially at events in South Carolina.
Lima, OH, November 11, 2026 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued an alert advising consumers to avoid certain frozen meat products distributed by BetterBallen Foods. The recall stems from the presence of undeclared allergens, specifically sesame and anchovy, which were not listed on the product labels.
According to the alert, these products were sold online nationwide. There is also a possibility that the affected items were available at events held in South Carolina.
Consumers who have purchased BetterBallen Foods frozen meat products are advised to check their packaging for specific details. The undeclared allergens, sesame and anchovy, pose a health risk to individuals with sensitivities or allergies to these ingredients.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is responsible for overseeing the safety of meat, poultry, and processed egg products. Alerts are issued when potential hazards are identified to inform the public and prevent adverse health effects.
The exact quantity of product distributed and the specific dates of sale or events were not immediately available in the provided information. Further details regarding the specific product names or lot codes affected by this alert were not detailed in the initial announcement.
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