More than 80 tons of raw meat recalled as ‘unsafe to eat’. See list

More than 80 tons of raw meat recalled as 'unsafe to eat'.

Key points

• More than 160, 000 pounds of raw meat sold nationwide has been recalled for being "unsafe to eat, " according to a Sept.
• Consequently, the 167, 639 pounds of recalled meat could be contaminated or contain undisclosed ingredients or allergens.
• Customers with questions can contact Star Meat Delivery Inc.
• Federal authorities are concerned the meat could be in the refrigerators or freezers of homes, restaurants or retailers.

More than 80 tons of raw meat recalled as 'unsafe to eat'. See list. Mary Walrath-Holdridge USA TODAY. Something you purchased was just recalled. What does that mean?

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More than 160, 000 pounds of raw meat sold nationwide has been recalled for being "unsafe to eat, " according to a Sept. 22 notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

In practice, the more than 80 tons of raw pork, beef and goat were packaged and sold with fake USDA labels, according to FSIS, and were not actually properly inspected by the agency. Consequently, the 167, 639 pounds of recalled meat could be contaminated or contain undisclosed ingredients or allergens.

Star Meat Delivery Inc. Initiated the recall after standard FSIS surveillance uncovered the false labels. While Star Meat produced the products, they were distributed by A&D Foods.

Federal authorities are concerned the meat could be in the refrigerators or freezers of homes, restaurants or retailers. Here's what to know. Which meat products were recalled?

All recalled products were sold at various weights in cardboard boxes containing individually vacuum-packed meats. They all have a fake USDA inspection label with the establishment number "EST. 1363."

In practice, the meat was shipped in bulk. It may have been repackaged with different labels after reaching stores. They were distributed nationwide by A&D Foods. What to do with recalled meat.

Without the benefit of proper inspection, the meats could be unknowingly contaminated with harmful bacteria or substances, or have undeclared allergens and ingredients. Since of this, FSIS advises that they not be consumed and instead be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

Food retailers and services should not sell or serve the meat. While FSIS has not received any reports of illness, anyone concerned regarding a related illness or injury should contact a healthcare provider.

Customers with questions can contact Star Meat Delivery Inc. At 252-239-0610 or [email protected]. Share your feedback to support improve our site!

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