Hormel Food Corp. is recalling approximately 228,614 pounds of canned pork and chicken that may have been contaminated with pieces of metal. The recalled products were produced on February 8th through February 10th, 2018 at the company’s Fremont, Nebraska plant.
According to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, four consumer complaints and minor oral injuries have been reported from eating the products.
The following products (shipped throughout the US) are part of the recall: 12-oz. metal cans containing “SPAM Classic” with a “Best By” date of February 2021 date and production codes F020881, F020882, F020883, F020884, F020885, F020886, F020887, F020888, F020889. 1
If you have purchased one of these products, please do not consume it. It is suggested you throw the product away or return it to the place of purchase. If you have concerns about an injury or illness after eating one of the products, contact your healthcare provider.
Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Consumer Response, Hormel Foods, at (800) 523-4635.2
