USDA Warns Consumers About Undeclared Allergens in BetterBallen Foods Frozen Meat Products
The USDA is warning consumers not to eat 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.
Phoenix, AZ, November 11, 2026 — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a consumer warning regarding certain frozen meat products manufactured by BetterBallen Foods. The advisory alerts the public to the presence of undeclared allergens in these items, posing a risk to individuals with sensitivities.
According to the USDA, the affected products contain allergens that were not listed on the product labels. Specifically, undeclared allergens identified include sesame and anchovy. Consumers who have purchased these frozen meat products are urged to check their packaging carefully.
The distribution of these products extended beyond a single region. BetterBallen Foods’ affected items were sold online nationwide. Additionally, there is a possibility that some products were also available at events held in South Carolina. The full extent of the retail presence is still being assessed.
Consumers with a known allergy or severe sensitivity to sesame or anchovy should not consume the products, even if they do not appear to be spoiled. The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is working with the company to ensure that contaminated products are removed from the market. Information regarding specific product names, lot codes, or production dates was not immediately available in the initial alert.
Consumers who are concerned about potential exposure are advised to consult the USDA FSIS website for the latest updates and further guidance. The agency’s primary goal is to prevent adverse health reactions by ensuring that food labels accurately reflect all ingredients, particularly common allergens.
No illnesses have been reported in connection with this warning as of the time of the announcement. However, the USDA emphasizes the importance of heeding such advisories to prevent potential allergic reactions.
Consumers seeking additional information or wishing to report adverse reactions should contact BetterBallen Foods directly. The company’s contact details were not provided in the USDA’s public announcement.
Story summarized from the original created by Amanda Alvarado, CNN Newsource Staff on www.azfamily.com, see more information here.
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