Isernio Chicken, Spinach & Feta Sausage Allergy Alert

Date: April 27, 2012
Updated: May 4, 2012
What: Isernio Chicken, Spinach & Feta Sausage
Why: Milk allergen not declared on the label
Scope: QFC stores, possibly others

Isernio Sausage Co. of Seattle, Washington announced it is withdrawing 150 lb. of its Isernio Fresh Spinach & Feta Chicken Sausage from the market because the product contains milk a food allergen not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The Chicken, Spinach & Feta Sausage was sold at QFC stores and has been removed from the shelves according to a representative of Isernio Sausage Co.

The product is not associated with any illness.

Customers with questions or concerns about the product withdrawal should contact Michael Durand at (206) 762-6207.

Isernio Sausage Co. issued a press release characterizing this as a "product withdrawal." However, we cannot remember any other instance of a product withdrawal due to an undeclared allergen that has not been deemed a "recall." Read the blog for further discussion.

Consumers with questions about food safety can Ask Heidi, a certified food safety professional.

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