The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection issued a public health alert Friday for a raw Reuben-flavored bratwurst made by Rackow Family Sausage after officials found the product contains undeclared soy and eggs.
Who should be concerned
The sausages were sold frozen at Rackow Family Sausage in Juda on or before July 9. Consumers who have soy or egg allergies — or who prepare food for someone with these allergies — should assume the product may contain those ingredients and take appropriate precautions.
- Product: Raw Reuben-flavored bratwurst
- Manufacturer/retailer: Rackow Family Sausage (Juda, Wis.)
- Issue: Undeclared allergens (soy and eggs) and misleading packaging
- Date sold: On or before July 9
- Illnesses reported: None so far
Details from state officials
The DATCP said the bratwurst’s ingredient label did not list soy or eggs, which creates a hazard for people with food allergies. The agency described the product packaging as misleading. According to the alert, no illnesses have been linked to this product as of the notice.
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Product name | Raw Reuben-flavored bratwurst |
| Manufacturer/Location | Rackow Family Sausage — Juda, Wisconsin |
| Known undeclared allergens | Soy; eggs |
| Sale date | On or before July 9 |
What to do if you have the product
Consumers who purchased the bratwurst should not serve it to people with soy or egg allergies. The DATCP advises anyone who experiences symptoms of a foodborne illness or an allergic reaction to contact their health care provider. The alert did not include instructions for returning the product or obtaining a refund; customers who bought the sausage at Rackow Family Sausage may contact the business directly for guidance.
News Block will update this report if the DATCP provides additional details or if Rackow Family Sausage issues a recall or notice to customers.
Brooke Steiner is the Wisconsin correspondent for News Block.
