USDA Recalls 30,000 Pounds of Costco Snacks Over Contamination Risk

Hey everyone, if you shop at Costco and love their snacks, you might want to check your pantry because a major recall has been issued. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has just announced that a popular snack brand sold at Costco is being recalled due to contamination concerns.

Here’s what’s happening—Idaho Smokehouse Partners, LLC, based in Shelley, Idaho, is recalling around 29,541 pounds of ready-to-eat beef and turkey sticks under the Chomps brand. The reason? They might contain pieces of metal! Yep, you heard that right—metal in your snacks. That’s about 411,000 individual snack sticks that could be affected.

The recall specifically includes Chomps Original Beef Sticks and Chomps Original Turkey Sticks. If you have any of these at home, check for the following details:

• Original Beef 12-count pouch

  • Weight: 1.15 oz. each

  • EST Code: 6220A

  • Lot Codes: 25016, 25017, 25018, 25020, 25021

  • UPC: 856584004763 (pouch), 856584004183 (stick)

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• Original Beef 8-count pouch

  • Lot Codes: 25017, 25020, 25021

  • UPC: 850015892523 (pouch), 856584004183 (stick)

• Original Beef Stick (individual)

  • Lot Code: 25022

  • UPC: 856584004183

• Original Turkey Stick (individual)

  • Lot Codes: 25022, 25023

  • UPC: 856584004404

If you have one of these products, take a close look at the EST and lot numbers on the stick. If it’s in a pouch, you’ll need to pull one out to check.

This recall was triggered after the company received two complaints from consumers who found metal fragments in the product. Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries so far, but if you have any concerns about your health, it’s best to reach out to a healthcare provider.

These snacks were sold in Costco stores across 22 states, including Ohio, Kentucky, California, and many more. If you have any of these recalled items, don’t take any risks—return them to the store for a full refund. You can also visit Chomps’ website or call Idaho Smokehouse Partners at 208-227-5282 for more information.

Food safety is no joke, so make sure to check your snacks and spread the word. Stay safe, and let’s keep an eye on our food labels!

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