Nearly 19K pounds of ready-to-eat meat products recalled due to high 'sodium levels'
The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced the recall of nearly 19,000 pounds of boxed and pouched ready-to-eat meat and poultry products.
Smith Packing, LLC—based in Utica, New York—issued a recall due to "sodium levels that exceed the regulatory limit," according to a April 29 press release. The variety of meat items were produced between February 19 and April 25.
The company informed the agency that they had received feedback that the products "were off taste and off color," the FSIS said.
Which items are affected by the recall?
According to the FSIS, 18,792 pounds of product were affected by the recall. The establishment numbers are P-4578 or EST. 4578.
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As-Salaam Beef Breakfast Sausage
As-Salaam Beef Frank 8/1 Halal
Smith Packing Beef Knockwurst
As-Salaam Beef Smoked Sausage 5/1
Honest John Bratwurst 5/1
Honest John Breakfast Sausage/ Brown and Serve
Smith Packing Export Bologna
Smith Packing Export Salami
Honest John HJ Jumbo Franks 8/1
Honest John Polish Sausage
As-Salaam Hot Roasted Chicken Sausage Garlic 5/1
As-Salaam Roasted Chicken Sausage Grilled 5/1
Smith Packing NYS Beef Bologna
Beefland USA Regular Beef Sausage 5/1
Honest John Retail HJ Polish
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Don't consume the product, FSIS says
The meat products were distributed to institutions and retailers in New York. FSIS urges consumers to discard or return the items to the store where they were purchased.
There have been no reported medical incidents connected to the recall. However, according to the agency, those concerned should contact a healthcare professional.
Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com.
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