RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0135-2023/FDA enforcement
Bakkavor USA, INC·Food·Oct 6, 2022

H-e-b Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup 32 OZ

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    Bakkavor USA has initiated a recall of H-E-B Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup, 32 oz. Plastic containers, 6 containers per case because of undeclared milk allergen.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. An allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameBakkavor USA, INC
Recalling firmBakkavor USA, INCJessup, PA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Use by 12/2/2022
Distribution area
TX

The product was distributed to one consignee H.E.B. Grocery San Antonio, 4710 North Pan AM Expressway, San Antonio, TX 78218.

United States

Quantity affected1248 units/208 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 16, 2022
FDA recall numberF-0135-2023

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Bakkavor USA, INC initiated this food recall on October 6, 2022. The FDA enforcement report states: Bakkavor USA has initiated a recall of H-E-B Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup, 32 oz. Plastic containers, 6 containers per case because of undeclared milk allergen. The FDA report lists distribution as: The product was distributed to one consignee H.E .B. Grocery San Antonio, 4710 North Pan AM Expressway, San Antonio, TX 78218.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Bakkavor USA has initiated a recall of H-E-B Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup, 32 oz. Plastic containers, 6 containers per case because of undeclared milk allergen.

H-e-b Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup 32 OZ was made or distributed by Bakkavor USA, INC in Jessup, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0135-2023, dated November 16, 2022.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, an allergen that is present but missing or incorrect on the label can cause a serious reaction in allergic consumers.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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 lot and date codes 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

Undeclared milk

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a milk allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed cow's milk allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  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 H-e-b Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup 32 OZ recall?

Bakkavor USA, INC recalled H-e-b Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup 32 OZ in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0135-2023. Bakkavor USA has initiated a recall of H-E-B Meal Simple Tomato Basil Soup, 32 oz. Plastic containers, 6 containers per case because of undeclared milk allergen.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product if you or someone in your household has a diagnosed allergy. Check the codes below, return it to the retailer for a refund, or dispose of it safely. Seek urgent care for signs of a severe allergic reaction. Do not eat the product if you have a milk allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Bakkavor USA, INC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0135-2023. 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.