Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Dba Margherita Meats Inc. Recalls Pepperoni Products Due to Possible Bacillus Cereus Contamination
Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. recalls 10,990 pounds of ready-to-eat pepperoni products that may contain Bacillus cereus, a toxin causing diarrhea and vomiting. Consumers are urged not to consume these products and should discard or return them.
Use caution until it’s fixed
possible adulteration with Bacillus cereus (B. cereus)
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What happened, in plain English
Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. is recalling approximately 10,990 pounds of ready-to-eat pepperoni products that may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus. This bacteria can cause diarrhea and vomiting, especially in people with weakened immune systems. Consumers are advised not to eat these products and to throw them away or return them to the store. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1275134-margherita-meats-recalls-pepperoni-products-due-to-possible-bacillus-cereus.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1275134-margherita-meats-recalls-pepperoni-products-due-to-possible-bacillus-cereus · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: USDA FSIS #047-2021
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“Margherita Meats Recalls Pepperoni Products Due to Possible Bacillus Cereus Contamination.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1275134-margherita-meats-recalls-pepperoni-products-due-to-possible-bacillus-cereus. Based on USDA FSIS recall #047-2021 (https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/smithfield-packaged-meats-corp--dba-margherita-meats-inc--recalls-pepperoni-products).
Why it’s dangerous
Bacillus cereus is a toxin-producing bacteria that can cause diarrhea and vomiting. In people with weakened immune systems, it may lead to more severe illness requiring antibiotics and supportive care.
Who’s affected
Consumers who purchased the recalled pepperoni products between June 17, 2021 and December 14, 2021. People with compromised immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness from Bacillus cereus.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for 8-oz. plastic shrink-wrapped pepperoni packages labeled 'Margherita PEPPERONI' with lot code P1931C and a use-by date of 12-14-21. Products also bear establishment number EST. 19 inside the USDA inspection mark.
- Brand
Margherita Meats- Category
Meat & poultry
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Product
Discard or return the recalled pepperoni products to the place of purchase.
What USDA FSIS says to do
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.
Questions people ask
Is there a risk of serious injury from eating this product?
The recall states there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions, but Bacillus cereus can cause diarrhea and vomiting, especially in people with compromised immune systems.
How can I check if I have the recalled product?
Look for 8-oz. plastic shrink-wrapped pepperoni packages labeled 'Margherita PEPPERONI' with lot code P1931C and a use-by date of 12-14-21, or products with establishment number EST. 19 inside the USDA inspection mark.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Discard or return the product to the place of purchase. Do not consume it.
Contact Margherita Meats
We’ve drafted a message you can send Margherita Meats to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 047-2021 — Margherita Meats Margherita Meats Hello, I own a Margherita Meats that is covered by recall 047-2021 from Margherita Meats. The official recall notice states: Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official USDA FSIS recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: USDA FSIS Recall #047-2021 (December 14, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the USDA FSIS notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official USDA FSIS recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.