32,000 Pounds of Meat Pulled From Stores Over a Fake USDA Stamp

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32,000 Pounds of Meat Pulled From Stores Over a Fake USDA Stamp

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Company Behind the Recall

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Company Behind the Recall (image credits: unsplash)

A New Jersey-based company, Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, is recalling approximately 32,000 pounds of meat products due to a false USDA mark of inspection.

Federal Alert Issued

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Federal Alert Issued (image credits: flickr)

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the recalled products carried a fake label with establishment number “EST. 1785.” Officials confirmed this number does not exist.

Scope of the Recall

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Scope of the Recall (image credits: pixabay)

The affected items include a variety of meats such as chorizo, pork chops, and ribs. These products were shipped to retail stores and restaurants nationwide.

Production Dates

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Production Dates (image credits: flickr)

Officials stated the recalled meats were produced on multiple dates prior to August 20, 2025.

Specific Products Affected

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Specific Products Affected (image credits: flickr)

The recall covers six types of products sold in 14-ounce vacuum-sealed packages under the OLANCHO and Sabrositos Hondureños labels.

Detailed Product List

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Detailed Product List (image credits: pixabay)

Homestyle chorizo

Smoked pork chops

Smoked chorizo

Cased homestyle chorizo

Smoked BBQ spicy chorizo

Smoked ribs

Ongoing Review

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Ongoing Review (image credits: unsplash)

FSIS warned that more items could be added to the recall list as investigations continue. Consumers are advised to check the FSIS website for updates.

Health Concerns

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Health Concerns (image credits: flickr)

So far, no adverse health reactions have been reported. However, the USDA classifies the mislabeled products as “misbranded and unsafe to eat.”

Consumer Guidance

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Consumer Guidance (image credits: unsplash)

The agency advises anyone who may have consumed the products and experienced symptoms to contact a healthcare provider.

Company Contact Information

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Company Contact Information (image credits: unsplash)

For questions regarding the recall, consumers can contact the company’s owner, Diego Funez Garrido, at 908-274-4206.

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