Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 19, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Bakkavor
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 10 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Bakkavor
- Product type
- Focaccia Bread
- Model numbers
- Frederik's by Meijer Slow Roasted Tomato & Parm Focaccia: Lot 20359045 UB 4/27/26, Lot 20360217 UB 4/28/26, Lot 20367746 UB 7/3/26 & Lot 20373614 UB 8/3/26. Fresh & Simple Roasted Tomato Parmesan Focaccia: Lot 20370988 UB 7/19/26 HT Traders Roasted Tomato Parmesan Focaccia: Lot 20360340 UB 5/1/26 & Lot 20368264 UB 7/7/26 Trader Joe's Focaccia Bread Roasted Tomato & Parm: Lot 20366937 UB 7/26/26 Lot 20367144 UB 7/27/26, Lot 20367326 UB 7/28/26, Lot 20367484 UB 7/29/26, Lot 20369659 UB 8/11/26, Lot 20370576 UB 8/13/26, Lot 20371292 UB 8/18/26 +12 more
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MI, NC, NJ +2 more
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 19, 2026
Reported by FDA FOOD
April 1, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 8, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Metal fragments in bread. The firm discovered metal fragments in various bread products. They determined the cause to be roasted tomatoes provided by one of their ingredient suppliers.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Bakkavor for refund or replacement information. Notification method: E-Mail
About This Product
Bakery bread products sold under Frederik's by Meijer, Fresh & Simple, HT Traders and Trader Joe's labels. Consumers purchase as ready-to-eat or meal components.
Why This Is Dangerous
Metal fragments in bread create a risk of mouth injuries or choking. The fragments are linked to an ingredient supplier's roasted tomatoes.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern beyond this supplier-related contamination.
Real-World Impact
Consumers face immediate disposal or return needs. Potential medical costs if ingestion occurs. Replacement refunds are offered by the supplier.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1. Locate the product label on Frederik's by Meijer Slow-Roasted Tomato & Parmesan Focaccia Bread.
- 2. Compare the lot code UB and date with the recall listings (UB 4/27/26 to UB 10/11/26).
Where to find product info
Packaging shows lot number and UB date. The recall notice lists specific lot codes and UB dates.
What timeline to expect
4-6 weeks for refund or replacement processing after submission of claim.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Follow up with the supplier via email for refund status.
- Escalate to consumer protection agencies if the supplier does not respond within 30 days.
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify supplier origin of ingredients before purchase.
- Keep an eye on recall notices for bakery products.
- Register for recall alerts from brands and retailers.
Documentation advice
Keep packaging, receipts, and any correspondence with supplier or retailer. Photograph lot codes and expiry dates for records.
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Product Details
Product: Frederik's by Meijer Slow-Roasted Tomato & Parmesan Focaccia Bread, Net Wt 13.75 oz (390 g). UPCs include 7 13733 88387 0, 8 50061 35318 4, 0 72036 95631 6. Distributed by: Bakkavor Foods USA Inc., Charlotte, NC; Meijer Distribution, Grand Rapids, MI; HT Traders; Harris Teeter; Trader Joe's. Sold in AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MI, NC, NJ, TX, VA. Quantity recalled: 23,459 cases. Lot codes and UB dates are listed in the recall notice. Sold since: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Multiple brands affected (Frederik's by Meijer, Fresh & Simple, HT Traders, Trader Joe's)
- Lot UB dates range through 2026 (examples include 4/27/26, 4/28/26, 7/3/26, 9/30/26)
- Distributed to 10 states: AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MI, NC, NJ, TX, VA
- Manufactured by supplier-linked tomato ingredient source
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