1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S…
Recalled by Bianco Inc.
Meat & poultry recall
Bianco Inc.
Public Health Alert
The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) has issued a public health alert for 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S… from Bianco Inc.. The alert was issued on September 10, 2025. The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the USDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S…. The company behind the recall is Bianco Inc., based in Massachusetts. The USDA describes the product as: “1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT SIRLOIN BEEF TIPS” on the front package label with “USE OR FREEZE BY:10/01/2025” on the back package label.”
Why was 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S… recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for raw sirloin beef tip product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains sesame and wheat, known….” In plain terms, this recall relates to an undeclared ingredient or allergen.
An undeclared ingredient means a food contains something — often a major allergen such as milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts — that is not listed on the label. For most people this is not dangerous, but for someone with a food allergy or sensitivity it can trigger a serious reaction. Accurate labeling is required so that people can avoid ingredients they need to stay away from.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S…, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official USDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Bianco Inc. or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in Massachusetts. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public USDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the USDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- September 10, 2025
- Recall started
- September 10, 2025
- Distributed in
- Massachusetts
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for raw sirloin beef tip product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains sesame and wheat, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label.Show full text ▾
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for raw sirloin beef tip product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The product contains sesame and wheat, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers with allergies to sesame and wheat are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the affected products are no longer available for purchase. The raw sirloin beef tip product was produced on September 2, 2025. The following product is subject to the public health alert [ view labels ]: 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT SIRLOIN BEEF TIPS” on the front package label with “USE OR FREEZE BY:10/01/2025” on the back package label. The products bear the establishment number “EST. 4033” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to Roche Bros. Supermarkets retail locations in Massachusetts. The problem was discovered by a retailer that identified “Sweet Heat Sirloin Beef Tips” bearing the correct front label but incorrect back label for “Garlic and Ginger Sirloin Beef Tips.” The retailer reported the issue to the producing establishment, and the establishment notified FSIS. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider. FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Media and consumers with questions regarding the public health alert can contact Lewis Bianco, Chief Executive Officer, Bianco & Sons, at 781-606-1891 or lewis@biancosausage.com . Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S… recalled?+
According to the USDA: Misbranding, Unreported Allergens.
How serious is this recall?+
Public Health Alert. The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
What should I do if I have 1-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “Bianco & Sons SWEET HEAT S…?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) data for this recall.
Recall number: USDA-PHA-09102025-01. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.