DALF S.r.l. Tartare di Bresaola

The barcode 8002461393044 is associated with DALF S.r.l. Tartare di Bresaola (a type of cured beef tartare), a product from Italy. Below are the details available based on publicly accessible data, industry standards, and product labeling conventions:

Product Overview

• Brand/Manufacturer: DALF S.r.l. (an Italian company specializing in cured meats, charcuterie, and gourmet products).
• Product Type: Tartare di Bresaola (a traditional Italian beef tartare made from bresaola, a lean, air-dried beef cut, typically from the top round or sirloin).
• Category: Ready-to-eat (RTE) meat product, classified as a cured meat (not cooked post-processing, unlike traditional tartare, which is often served raw).
• Origin: Italy (likely produced in compliance with Italian food safety regulations, including Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 for meat products).
• Allergen Information:
  • Contains beef (primary ingredient).
  • May contain sulfites (common in cured meats for preservation).
  • Check the label for gluten (if processed in shared facilities) or nuts (if packaged with other allergens).
  • Lactose-free (unless additives are present; verify label).

Nutritional & Composition Warnings/Concerns

1. Raw/Undercooked Risk:

   • While bresaola is typically pre-cooked and dried (reducing bacterial risk compared to fresh raw beef), the product is still cured and consumed raw (or lightly marinated). Consumers with compromised immune systems (e.g., pregnant women, elderly, or immunocompromised individuals) should exercise caution.
   • Salmonella or Listeria contamination is a theoretical risk, though properly cured and stored products minimize this. Follow storage guidelines (see below).

2. Sodium Content:

   • Cured meats like tartare are high in sodium (from curing salts). Excessive consumption may contribute to hypertension. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recommends limiting intake of processed meats to ≤50g/day as part of a balanced diet.