USDA Issues Health Alert for Trader Joe’s Frozen Pepperoni Pizza Imported from Italy

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for a frozen Trader Joe’s Uncured Pepperoni Pizza imported from Italy that did not undergo required import reinspection. A recall was not requested since the product is no longer on store shelves, but officials warn consumers may still have it stored in freezers.

The affected item is a 17.63-oz. box labeled “TRADER JOE’S UNCURED PEPPERONI PIZZA PRODUCT OF ITALY” with lot codes MFG LOT: 06/16/25 BEST BY: 08/16/26 or MFG LOT: 06/21/25 BEST BY: 08/21/26 printed on the bottom. It bears establishment number IT 1558 L UE within the Italian inspection mark. Shipments went to retail stores in California.

No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported. Consumers are advised not to eat the product and instead discard it or return it to the point of purchase.

04-09-2025