John Morrell Recalls Beef Franks Due to Possible Metal Contamination
John Morrell and Co. is recalling approximately 210,606 pounds of beef frank products due to possible metal contamination. No injuries have been reported.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as Class II by FSIS, and the source explicitly states that no injuries or adverse reactions have been reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall involving low-risk contamination.
Plain-English summary
John Morrell and Co., a Cincinnati, Ohio establishment, is recalling approximately 210,606 pounds of ready-to-eat hot dog products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal. The recall was announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on May 19, 2017.
The affected products were produced on January 26, 2017, and include 14 oz. sealed film packages of Nathan's SKINLESS 8 BEEF FRANKS (Use By Aug. 19, 2017) and 16 oz. sealed film packages of Curtis BEEF MASTER Beef Franks (Use By June 15, 2017). These items bear establishment number EST. 296 and were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The recall was initiated after the establishment received three complaints regarding metal objects in the product packages. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions or injury due to consumption of these products. Consumers who have purchased these items are urged not to consume them and should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- John Morrell and Co. Recalls Beef Frank Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
- Category
- Food — Processed Meat
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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