WinCo Foods Recalls Deli Margherita Pizzas Due to Metal Contamination

The recall affects certain lots of the company's Deli Margherita Pizza with slow roasted diced tomatoes sold between September and December 2025.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 6:39pm

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Boise-based grocery chain WinCo Foods has issued a voluntary recall for certain lots of its Deli Margherita Pizza containing slow roasted diced tomatoes. The recall was triggered after an ingredient supplier informed WinCo that there may be metal shavings in the tomatoes used in these pizzas. While there have been no reported injuries or illnesses, WinCo is taking a proactive approach to protect customer safety.

Why it matters

Food safety is a top priority for grocery retailers, especially with high-volume items like frozen pizzas that are often purchased for parties and events. This recall highlights the importance of supply chain oversight and the need for swift action when potential contamination issues arise to prevent any harm to consumers.

The details

The affected pizzas were sold under the WinCo Foods brand with the product name "WinCo Foods Deli Margherita Pizza Thin Crust" (Item #67279) and have the Julian codes 12255, 22265 on 12415 printed on the plastic overwrap. Customers who have purchased these pizzas between September 1 and December 31, 2025 are advised not to consume them and to return the product to any WinCo store for a full refund.

  • The affected pizzas were sold between September 1 and December 31, 2025.

The players

WinCo Foods

A Boise-based grocery chain that has issued a voluntary recall for certain lots of its Deli Margherita Pizza due to potential metal contamination.

Ingredient Supplier

The supplier that informed WinCo Foods about the potential metal shavings in the slow roasted diced tomatoes used in the affected pizzas.

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What’s next

Customers who have purchased the affected pizzas are advised to return them to any WinCo store for a full refund.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the importance of robust food safety protocols and supply chain oversight to protect consumers from potential contamination issues. Grocery retailers must remain vigilant in ensuring the quality and safety of the products they sell, especially for high-volume items like frozen pizzas that are often purchased for parties and events.