A South Dakota-based company has issued a recall for over 2.2 million pounds (about 998,000 kilograms) of Korean barbecue pork jerky due to potential metal contamination. This recall affects products sold at major retailers like Costco and Sam’s Club, as reported by federal health officials on Friday.

LSI, Inc., located in Alpena, initiated a voluntary recall following customer reports of discovering wiry metal fragments within the jerky. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, these metal pieces originated from a conveyor belt used during the production process. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries associated with this issue.

The recall targets 14.5-ounce (410-gram) and 16-ounce (450-gram) packages of the meat snack, specifically labeled as “Golden Island fire-grilled pork jerky Korean barbecue recipe.” Approximately four dozen lots are affected, with the products carrying a one-year shelf life and best-by dates ranging from October 23, 2025, to September 23, 2026. Consumers can identify the recalled items by the establishment number M279A within the USDA mark of inspection.

Consumers are advised not to consume the recalled jerky. Instead, they should discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

While instances of contamination with foreign objects like rocks, sticks, and insects do occur in U.S.-produced food, food safety experts urge consumers to report any such findings to manufacturers for immediate action.

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