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New York Post
22-04-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Public health alert issued for budget-friendly Mexican meal: ‘Should be thrown away'
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) recently announced a public health alert over a Mexican-inspired pork product sold at Aldi supermarkets nationwide. The 16-ounce refrigerated sleeved tray packages, which are labeled 'Pork Carnitas,' were flagged in a public announcement on April 19 due to potential foreign object contamination. The FSIS said the product 'may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically pieces of metal.' 'The products subject to the public health alert bear establishment number 'Est. 46049' inside the USDA mark of inspection,' the statement added. 'These items were shipped to Aldi supermarkets nationwide.' The affected products have use-by dates of 06/30/2025 and 07/01/2025. The issue was noticed by the manufacturer of the carnitas packages, Cargill Meat Solutions, during production. 3 The 16-ounce refrigerated sleeved tray packages, which are labeled 'Pork Carnitas,' were flagged in a public announcement on April 19 due to potential foreign object contamination. FSIS 'The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that during routine process checks they found equipment damage that may have contaminated the carnitas products with pieces of metal,' the FSIS's statement read. The FSIS is not recalling the product because it is no longer available for sale. Yet the agency stressed that anyone in possession of the meals should throw them away. 3 The affected products have use-by dates of 06/30/2025 and 07/01/2025. FSIS 'Although this product is no longer available for sale, FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers' refrigerators or freezers,' the statement read. 'Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.' No injuries associated with the product have been reported, per the FSIS. 3 A general view of an Aldi Supermarket as seen in Seminole, FL on August 30, 2022. Christopher Sadowski In January, some packages of Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos – another product sold at Aldi – were recalled due to metal contamination. Several thousand packages of oyster crackers were recalled in March after a 'stainless steel wire' contaminated the crackers during production. Fox News Digital reached out to Cargill Meat Solutions for additional comment.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Nationwide public health alert for meat products due to possible metal contamination: ‘Should be thrown away'
The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for a Mexican-inspired pork product sold at Aldi supermarkets. The agency announced the alert due to a potential contamination with metal on April 19, and also urged the consumer to take immediate action. They asked to throw away the affected product if it's still in your refrigerator. The agency, however, did not recall the product as it is no longer available for sale. Here's everything you need to know about the affected product: What is the affected product? The product in question is the 'Pork Carnitas SEASONED & SEARED PORK WITH JUICES SLOW COOKED WITH CITRUS.' These Mexican-inspired meals, produced by Cargill Meat Solutions , were sold at Aldi supermarkets. These are fully cooked pork carnitas products that were produced from April 1-2, 2025. Why is the product not suitable for consumption? The FSIS issued the alert due to potential contamination with foreign material, specifically pieces of metal. According to the agency, the issue was discovered during routine process checks. "They found equipment damage that may have contaminated the carnitas products with pieces of metal," FSIS said in the release. No injuries have been reported as of Apr 19, however, the FSIS has urged consumers to take precautions. "Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a healthcare provider," they said. How to identify the affected products? If you have a packet of epork carnitas products lying in your refrigerator, look for the details mentioned below on the packaging. Product description: 16-ounce refrigerated sleeved tray packages labeled 'Pork Carnitas SEASONED & SEARED PORK WITH JUICES SLOW COOKED WITH CITRUS.' Package size: 16-oz (1LB) 454g Establishment number: "Est. 46049" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Use-By Dates: 06/30/2025 or 07/01/2025. Where were the affected products distributed? The contaminated Pork Carnitas were shipped to Aldi supermarkets nationwide, which means the chances of it being in your freezer are high. Although the product is no longer available for sale, the FSIS has issued to alert to caution people who might still have some packages in their refrigerators or freezers. What to do if you have the affected product? In case you found the affected Pork Carnitas in your freezer, do not consume them. 'Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase," the FSIS said. Liam Payne's Last Words Echo Through Kate's Grief: 'Like You'll Never See Me Again' If you have any further queries, you can contact Cargill's Consumer Hotline at 1-844-419-1574.
Irish Daily Star
21-04-2025
- Health
- Irish Daily Star
Aldi meat product recalled over metal 'contamination' fears
Shoppers have been warned after a public health alert was issued amid fears that meat products contaminated with metal were sold at a supermarket chain. The urgent warning was issued after pork products sold at Aldi were found to potentially contain fragments of metal and are now subject to a recall . The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) raised the alarm and warned it affects packages of Pork Carnitas sold in Aldi stores across 17 states. It's believed that the product, made by Cargill Meat Solutions, may have been contaminated due to damaged processing equipment discovered at the facility. Read More Related Articles Heart experts say eating one fruit at 11 am lowers cholesterol and blood pressure Read More Related Articles Oncology expert says eating one thing for breakfast can prevent cancer The affected pork is no longer available for sale but it is feared it could be sat in some peoples fridges and freezers. Officials are urging shoppers to check immediately if they still have the affected pork in their homes. The specific item is labeled: 'Pork Carnitas SEASONED & SEARED PORK WITH JUICES SLOW COOKED WITH CITRUS' and was sold in a tray package of 16-ounces. It was produced on April 1 and 2 2025 and then could have been sold by Aldi stores in Arkansas, Delaware, Florida , Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey , Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania , West Virginia, Wisconsin. 'Contaminated' pork sold at Aldi is recalled over risk metal fragments could hurt you (Image: FSIS) Customers are being told to check the "use by" date on the side of the packaging to identify if they have bought the affected pork. If it reads June 30, 2025, or July 1, 2025, do not eat the product. It should either be thrown away or returned to your Aldi store for a refund. No injuries have been reported so far but the FSIS have cautioned that this should still be taken seriously. Cargill Meat Solutions said in a statement to The U.S. Sun: 'We have voluntarily issued a public health alert out of an abundance of caution. The product is no longer available for sale in stores.' Stressing the importance of food and consumer safety, they have also set up a hotline about the recall for customers to call if they have any questions: 1-844-419-1574.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Aldi Just Issued a Health Alert on a Pork Product Nationwide Due to Contamination
"Key Takeaways" Aldi's Pork Carnitas product is facing a health alert nationwide. This is due to a possible foreign material contamination. While not a recall, consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and dispose of this an active health alert on a popular Aldi product sold nationwide, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). This is due to a potential foreign matter contamination. The Aldi product impacted is the Park Street Deli Pork Carnitas, which also feature 'seasoned & seared pork with juices slow cooked with citrus' on the label. The refrigerated meat product contains establishment number "Est. 46049" a use-by date of "06/30/2025" or "07/01/2025" printed on the side of the 16-ounce sleeved tray packaging. This alert was announced after the packaging facility noticed equipment damage that may have contaminated the pork with metal fragments. Check your refrigerator and freezer ASAP, and if you have this product on hand, dispose of it or return to your local Aldi for a refund. While there are no reports of injury or illness connected to this alert, report any injury concerns after consuming this product to your healthcare provider immediately. For questions about this health alert, contact Chuck Miller, the global external communications leader at Cargill Meat Solutions, at media@ or contact Cargill's consumer hotline at 1-844-419-1574. Related: Active Recalls on Butter, Ground Beef and More to Be Aware of Right Now Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pork carnitas sold at Aldi might have metal pieces, USDA alert says
Carnitas made for Aldi by one of the nation's largest food producers 'may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically pieces of metal.' The not-food-in-your-food warning comes from the USDA's Food Safety Inspection Service for 1-pound trays of Park Street Deli's Pork Carnitas slow-cooked with citrus with use by dates of 06/30/2025 or 07/01/2025 on the outside. They also have 'Est. 46409' in the USDA inspection mark, denoting they were made at Cargill Meat Solutions' protein processing plant in Round Rock, Texas. These went to Aldi stores nationwide. The USDA didn't request that Cargill issue a recall because the product is no longer for sale. MORE: A taco bowl and soups, including Campbell's and a Meijer brand, might have wood 'The problem was discovered when the (Cargill) establishment notified FSIS that during routine process checks they found equipment damage that may have contaminated the carnitas products with pieces of metal,' the alert states. If you have this product, return it to the store for a refund. If you have questions, call Cargill at 844-419-1574.
