Rosina Food Products Recalls Bremer Italian Style Meatballs Over Possible Metal Contamination

WASHINGTON, DC (February 22, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that Rosina Food Products, Inc. is recalling approximately 9,462 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen meatball products due to potential contamination with foreign material, specifically metal. According to the agency, the recall affects a single production run of fully cooked meatballs sold nationwide at Aldi stores.

A consumer reported finding metal fragments in the product, which led regulators to identify the issue. The agency reported no injuries so far.

Rosina Food Products recall: quick summary

The recall involves Bremer Family Size Italian Style Meatballs produced in July 2025 and distributed nationwide to Aldi locations. FSIS urged consumers not to eat the affected products and to either discard them or return them to the store of purchase. The agency reported no confirmed illnesses or injuries but warned that some packages may still be stored in home freezers.

What happened?

FSIS said Rosina Food Products initiated the recall after receiving a consumer complaint about potential contamination. FSIS announced the recall on February 22, 2026, in coordination with Aldi, which received shipments of the affected meatballs nationwide.

In its recall notice, FSIS urged consumers not to eat the products and instructed them to throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. The agency also warned that some of the meatballs may still be stored in household freezers.

Rosina Food Products produced the fully cooked meatballs on July 30, 2025, and packaged them in 32-ounce bags with a 15-month shelf life. Regulators reported no confirmed injuries linked to the products, but advised anyone who may have been harmed to contact a healthcare provider.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Size	Best by date	Issue	Affected states or zones
Bremer	Italian Style Meatballs (Family Size)	32 oz	10/30/26	Possible metal contamination	Nationwide (Aldi stores)

What caused the issue?

FSIS said possible metal fragments in the product triggered the recall. Such contamination can pose a choking hazard or cause internal injury if consumed. Children, older adults, and individuals with dental or swallowing difficulties may face higher risks.

The agency reported no injuries to date, and company officials said they stopped distributing the affected product while the investigation continues.

Questions you might have

Here’s what you should do

• Do not consume the recalled meatballs.
• Return the product to the store where it was purchased or dispose of it safely.
• Check the back of the label for the best by date (10/30/26) and establishment number EST. 4286B.
• For questions or refunds, contact Rosina Food Products at 1-888-767-4621 or [email protected].

Behind the brand

Rosina Food Products, Inc., based in West Seneca, New York, produces frozen and fully cooked meat products for retail and foodservice markets. The company’s recall notice states that it has “ceased distribution of the affected product” and is working closely with FSIS and its retail partners to ensure removal from store shelves.

Other relevant recalls

This incident follows several recent recalls involving foreign material contamination in frozen and prepared foods reported by Source86, including Olympia Provisions, which recalled 1,930 pounds of holiday kielbasa over possible metal contamination; Hormel Foods, which pulled ready-to-eat frozen chicken products from the market for the same reason; and LSI, Inc., which recalled Golden Island pork jerky after discovering potential metal fragments in its products.

“The biggest concern tends to be metal because that can be very dangerous if somebody chewed on it or swallowed it, and it’s also so present in the manufacturing process,” said Barbara Kowalcyk, director of the Institute for Food Safety and Nutrition Security at George Washington University.

This incident follows several recent recalls involving foreign material contamination in frozen and prepared foods reported by Source86, including Olympia Provisions, which recalled 1,930 pounds of holiday kielbasa over possible metal contamination; Hormel Foods, which pulled ready-to-eat frozen chicken products from the market for the same reason; LSI, Inc., which recalled Golden Island pork jerky after discovering potential metal fragments in its products; and White Oak Pastures, which issued a public health alert for ground beef products over possible metal contamination.

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, added:

“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital it is to maintain transparency, rigorous checks, and supplier accountability.”

Regulatory context

Foreign material recalls remain a persistent issue across the frozen food category. Over the past year, multiple brands supplying national retailers have issued similar recalls related to metal or plastic fragments, underscoring the importance of equipment maintenance and in-line detection systems.

Ensuring safe eats

This recall highlights the critical role of quality control and rapid response in protecting consumers. Companies must strengthen inspection protocols and traceability systems to prevent similar incidents. Consumers should check their freezers and follow recall guidance immediately.

At Source86, we help food brands manage ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, and private label production with transparency and precision so supply chains can respond quickly and effectively when recalls occur. Contact us.