1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"…
Recalled by Vanee Foods Company
Meat & poultry recall
Vanee Foods Company
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Vanee Foods Company has recalled 1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"…, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on February 1, 2024 and was initiated on February 1, 2024. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
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. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"…, with approximately 4,132 lbs recovered affected. The company behind the recall is Vanee Foods Company. The USDA describes the product as: “1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base" with lot code 02673 and packaged in a case labeled as "Sysco Classic BEEF BASE CF" with lot code 02673 represented on the label.”
Why was 1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"… recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 - Vanee Foods, a Broadview, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,564 pounds of chicken flavored base product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (….” 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. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"…, 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 Vanee Foods Company or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia. 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
- Status
- Completed
- Date reported
- February 1, 2024
- Recall started
- February 1, 2024
- Distributed in
- Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 - Vanee Foods, a Broadview, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,564 pounds of chicken flavored base product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.Show full text ▾
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 - Vanee Foods, a Broadview, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,564 pounds of chicken flavored base product due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product labeled as chicken flavored base may actually contain beef base, which contains soy and wheat, known allergens, that are not declared on the product label. The product labeled as chicken flavored base, which may actually contain beef base, were produced July 26, 2023, and packed inside cases labeled as beef base. The following products are subject to recall [ view labels ]: 1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base" with lot code 02673 and packaged in a case labeled as "Sysco Classic BEEF BASE CF" with lot code 02673 represented on the label. The product labeled as chicken flavored base and subject to recall does not bear a USDA mark of inspection. However, the product subject to recall is packed in cases that bear establishment number "EST. 19339" inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to distributors in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia for further distribution to restaurants. The problem was discovered when the recalling firm notified FSIS that they shipped beef base product that may be incorrectly labeled as chicken flavored base. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in restaurants' dry storage. Restaurants that have purchased these products are urged not to serve them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution lists will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Consumers with questions about the recall can contact John C. Kuethe, Director FSQA & Regulatory Affairs, Vanee Foods, at johnkuethe@vaneefoods.com . Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Luke Vanee, V.P. of Marketing & Communications, Vanee Foods, at lukevanee@vaneefoods.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. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"… recalled?+
According to the USDA: Misbranding, Unreported Allergens.
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have 1-lb. plastic tubs labeled as "Sysco Classic Chicken Flavored Base"…?+
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-003-2024. Information last synced from the FDA on July 5, 2026.