FSIS Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico Recall 2024
Issued November 22, 2024Updated Reviewed by the Recall Watch editorial team
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico — recalled per USDA on 11/22/2024. Reason: Import Violation.
- Agency
- USDA
- Issued
- Nov 22, 2024
- Distribution
- 1 states
- Allergens
- eggs
Steps to take for this recall
Stop using it
Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.
Verify the match
Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.
Return or dispose
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.
Clean prep surfaces
Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.
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What's recalled
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for beef tallow products that were illegally imported from Mexico and are ineligible for entry into the United States. The products were not certified for export to the U.S. by the government of Mexico as being produced under equivalent inspection, they do not identify a certified establishment number on their packaging, and they were not presented to FSIS for import reinspection as required. These factors make the products ineligible to import into the U.S. and unfit for human consumption. FSIS is continuing to investigate how these products entered the country. The following products are subject to the public health alert, regardless of the product date [view labels]: 1-kg or 500-g bag packages containing “INCA GRASA COMESTIBLE DE SEBO BOVINO” (edible fat from beef tallow). The products subject to the public health alert do not bear an establishment number nor a USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to distribution and retail locations in Arizona. The problem was discovered when FSIS was performing surveillance activities at a retailer and found beef tallow products from an unverified supplier in Mexico and, therefore, ineligible for import into the United States. 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 consumers’ pantries or on retailers’ shelves. Retailers who have purchased the products are urged not to sell them. 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. Consumers and members of the media with questions about the public health alert can contact Jose Gallardo, Owner, MEXDIS, LLC, at 520-455-7239 or mexdisllc20@gmail.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/. Products: - 1-kg or 500-g bag packages containing “INCA GRASA COMESTIBLE DE SEBO BOVINO” (edible fat from beef tallow).
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Undeclared allergen alert
This recall involves undeclared allergens not listed on the label:
Why it was recalled
Import Violation
Where was it sold1 state
Arizona
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Frequently asked questions
Is the FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico recall still active?
This recall has been marked as completed as of October 22, 2026. Check with the manufacturer for current status.
How do I know if my FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico is affected?
All units of FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico matching the description above are affected. Arizona
What should I do if I have the recalled FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Beef Tallow Products Imported From Mexico?
Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.