Deano’s Pasta recalls 20 pounds of Pear and Pecorino ravioli after undeclared lobster found

# What happened Deano's Pasta of Somerville, Massachusetts, is recalling 20 pounds of Pear and Pecorino Triangoli Ravioli because the product may contain undeclared lobster. The recall was triggered after a customer complaint prompted an internal audit that discovered product with lobster was placed into packaging that did not list the allergen.

# What products are affected

• Brand: Deano's Pasta
• Product: Pear and Pecorino Triangoli Ravioli
• Packaging: 1-pound frozen bags
• Lot codes: 090126126, 082526126, 081826126, 073126126 (lot code appears on label under the best-by date)
• Distribution: Retail stores in Massachusetts
• Distribution dates: Aug. 8 through Sept. 22

# Why the recall matters Lobster is a crustacean shellfish and a recognized major allergen. People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to crustacean shellfish risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume product that contains lobster but does not declare it on the label. The recall addresses that specific allergen-mislabeling risk.

# How the problem was discovered and its cause A customer complaint led Deano's Pasta to perform an internal audit. That audit found the lobster-containing product had been packaged in bags that did not declare lobster. The company's subsequent investigation attributed the issue to a temporary breakdown in production and packaging processes. The recall notice does not report any illnesses to date.

# What consumers should do If you purchased Deano's Pasta Pear and Pecorino Triangoli Ravioli with one of the listed lot codes, do not eat it. Consumers with crustacean shellfish allergy or severe sensitivity should be especially cautious. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

# Company and public-health context The recall is limited in volume (20 pounds) and geography (Massachusetts retail distribution). No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall according to the notice. The company initiated the recall after internal procedures identified the packaging error following a consumer complaint.

# Practical steps for retailers and allergic consumers

• Allergic consumers: Check product labels for the listed lot codes and best-by dates. If unsure whether a purchased item is affected, contact the retailer where it was bought.

# Bottom line A packaging error resulted in lobster-containing ravioli being sold without lobster declared on the label. The recall covers specific 1-pound frozen bags sold in Massachusetts between Aug. 8 and Sept. 22. Return affected items for a refund. No illnesses reported so far.