Public Health Alert Issued for Meat and Poultry Pasties
The FSIS issued an alert for products containing undeclared egg ingredients distributed in three states.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in American Cuisine
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The Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert on February 12, 2025, for meat and poultry pasties containing undeclared egg. The products were sold in Michigan and shipped to groups in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
Why it matters
The alert was prompted by the discovery that an egg wash used during production was missing from the product labels. Proper allergen labeling is essential to prevent severe reactions in consumers with egg sensitivities.
Affected units were packaged in 8-oz. containers and shipped in 15-lb. cases containing 30 units each. All items bear establishment number EST. 20650 on the inspection mark.
The players
Food Safety and Inspection Service
This is the public health agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture responsible for ensuring the nation's commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products is safe.
The details
The Food Safety and Inspection Service identified the mislabeling during routine review activities. While there are no reports of adverse reactions, the agency confirms the products are no longer available for purchase.
Timeline
December 11, 2024 was the final date of production for affected items.
December 11, 2025 serves as the best by date for the recalled products.
February 12, 2025 was the date the public health alert was officially issued.
Roadmap
The alert follows the regulatory framework set by the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act to ensure consumers are warned about mislabeled food allergens. Such interventions remain a primary tool for maintaining public trust in the safety of processed meat and poultry.
Consumers who purchased these items should check for establishment number EST. 20650 to verify if their products are included in the alert. While the items are no longer for sale, those who possess them should discard them to avoid potential health risks.
The takeaway
Consumers with egg allergies should always inspect labels for unlisted ingredients even on products they have purchased previously. Maintaining awareness of FSIS alerts is a simple way to verify the safety of food items currently in your pantry.
Further reading
For additional context on food safety standards, visit the American Cuisine section.
More information
To report a food safety concern, visit the Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Usda.
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