Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for certain types of beef jerky from Punahele Jerky Company in Hawaii. These products may contain soy lecithin, a known allergen, which wasn't listed on their labels. Although no illnesses have been reported, consumers are advised to dispose of or return these products.
Key Facts
- The alert concerns three types of beef jerky from Punahele Jerky Company.
- The products may contain undeclared soy lecithin, a known allergen.
- Affected products are Dried Hawaiian Style Beef Crisps, Uncle K’s Beef Crisps, and Kilauea Spicy Beef Crisps.
- These items were sold in Hawaii and online throughout the U.S.
- The issue was found during a routine label review by FSIS.
- No recall was issued since the products are no longer available.
- Consumers should not eat these products and contact healthcare if there are adverse reactions.
- For questions, consumers can contact the company's officer or USDA's hotline.
