Kayem Foods recalls over 1.5 million pounds of meat nationwide

Kayem Foods Inc. is recalling about 1.58 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products because they may have been stored at unsafe temperatures, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The recall includes hot dogs, bacon, deli meat, bratwursts, kielbasa, cocktail franks, bologna, and chicken sausage.

Recall Details and Scope

The products were manufactured between March 31 and Oct. 7 at the company’s facility in Chelsea, Massachusetts. They were distributed to retailers and food service locations throughout the United States and to Hong Kong.

The recalled items are sold under several brand names, including:

• Kayem
• Specialty Products
• Al Fresco
• Triple M
• McKenzie
• Deutschmacher
• Jordan’s
• Essem
• Winnisimmet

Consumers can identify the affected products by checking for establishment numbers “EST. M/P 7839,” “EST. P 20935A” or “EST. M 9520” inside the USDA inspection mark. Product names, package labels, and UPC codes are available for verification.

Cause of Recall

The company initiated an investigation after a customer reported receiving warm products at delivery on Oct. 1. Federal officials stated that the investigation revealed a warehouse cooler had experienced temperature deviations while storing the products.

Consumer Guidance

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has confirmed that no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled products. However, officials noted that some recalled items may still be in consumers’ refrigerators.

The FSIS advises consumers not to eat the products. Individuals who have purchased the affected items should throw them away or return them to the store where they were purchased. Anyone concerned about a potential illness should contact a health care provider.

Why it matters

This recall highlights the importance of proper cold-chain storage for ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. While no illnesses have been confirmed, the potential for bacterial growth due to temperature deviations poses a food safety risk. Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators for products bearing the specified establishment numbers and brand names to ensure they are not consuming potentially unsafe food.

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Sources

• wcvb.com: More than 1.5 million pounds of hot dogs, bacon and other meats recalled nationwide - WCVB
• wfsb.com: Meat recall: Hot dogs, bacon and sausage among products affected

This article was drafted with AI assistance and checked against the sources above. Company claims are reported as claims. Cover image is AI-generated.