ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IIActive recallH-0618-2026/FDA enforcement
Bakkavor·Food·Jan 19, 2026

Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza NET WT

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    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…

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBakkavor
Recalling firmBakkavorCharlotte, NC, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 57919 00785 5
Lot / date codes
  • Hello Fresh Basil Pesto and Mozzarella Pizza: Lot 20367483 UB 6/29/26, Lot 20367483 UB 6/30/26, Lot 20377537 UB 9/4/26 & Lot 20377821 UB 9/5/26.
Distribution area
AZCACTFLILMINCNJTXVA

Product was shipped to the following states: AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MI, NC, NJ, TX & VA.

United States

Quantity affected2, 337cs/15/13.9oz pkgs
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 1, 2026
FDA recall numberH-0618-2026

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Bakkavor initiated this food recall on January 19, 2026. The FDA enforcement report states: 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. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was shipped to the following states: AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, MI, NC, NJ, TX & VA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: 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.

Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza NET WT was made or distributed by Bakkavor in Charlotte, NC, United States. This page reflects FDA report H-0618-2026, dated April 1, 2026.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza NET WT recall?

Bakkavor recalled Basil Pesto & Mozzarella Pizza NET WT in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as H-0618-2026. 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…

What injuries or health effects are linked to metal contamination?

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Who is most at risk from Metal contamination?

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Bakkavor?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall H-0618-2026 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Bakkavor recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record H-0618-2026. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.