Caviness Beef Packers Recalls Beef Products Due to E. Coli O103

Plain-English summary

Caviness Beef Packers, a Hereford, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 2,100 pounds of boneless beef trim products that may be contaminated with E. coli O103. The recall involves 10 lb. chubs, 2-3 lb. tray packs, and 1.5 lb. tray packs of 73% Regular Ground Beef. These products were produced on September 14, 2016, and further processed into ground beef by another establishment. The products were shipped to retail locations in Texas.

The recall was initiated after the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) conducted routine microbiological testing on a sample that tested positive for E. coli O103. The source text states that there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. E. coli O103 is a non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) that can cause symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting, and rarely, hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. The products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS advises consumers to safely prepare raw meat products and to cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to kill harmful bacteria.

The recalled product

Product

Caviness Beef Packers Recalls Beef Products Due to Possible E. Coli O103 Contamination

Brand

Caviness Beef Packers, Ltd.

Manufacturer

Caviness Beef Packers, Ltd.

Category

Food — Ground Beef

Hazard

• e-coli-o103

Distribution

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