Summary
More than 25,000 cases of pizza and focaccia bread products from Trader Joe’s and HelloFresh are being recalled due to possible metal contamination in an ingredient. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the recall as a Class II, meaning there is a low risk of serious harm.
Key Facts
- The recall involves pizza and focaccia products sold at major retailers including Trader Joe’s and through HelloFresh meal kits.
- Bakkavor, a food manufacturer, initiated the recall because of potential metal fragments found in slow-roasted tomatoes.
- The FDA classified the recall as Class II, implying low risk of serious harm.
- Affected products include HelloFresh Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza with use-by dates from June to September 2026.
- Recalled focaccia breads under brands like Trader Joe’s have use-by dates from April to October 2026.
- Distribution of these products occurred in 10 states including Arizona, California, and Texas.
- Consumers are advised not to eat these products and may return them for a refund.
- No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to this recall.
