A beef recall by Kansas-based National Beef Packing Co. is asking consumers to discard beef that may be potentially contaminated with E.coli after a 10-pound sample of its beef tested positive for it, according to reports.
The beef recall has so far left no illnesses, however the company issued the voluntary recall as a precautionary measure. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Wednesday it may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.
This is not the first time National Beef Packing Co. has issued a beef recall, the most recent one was just two months back in June.
E. coli is a potentially deadly bacterium which can lead to bloody diarrhea, dehydration and, in the most severe cases, kidney failure. Those most vulnerable to foodborne illness include children, the elderly and people with weak immune systems, the USDA cautioned.
The recalled meat carries the number "EST. 208A" inside the USDA mark of inspection, the department noted.
The following products, which are all sold in 10-pound-packages, are being recalled:
10 lb. chub of "National Beef" 93/ 7 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 0707
10 lb. chub of "NatureSource" 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck, Product Code 7031
10 lb. chub of "NatureSource" 85/15 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 7054
10 lb. chub of "NatureSource" 90/10 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 7344
10 lb. chub of "NatureSource" 93/ 7 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 7004
10 lb. chub of "NatureWell 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck, Product Code 7484
10 lb. chub of "NatureWell" 85/15 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 7454
10 lb. chub of "NatureWell" 90/10 Fine Ground Sirloin, Product Code 7577
10 lb. chub of "NatureWell" 93/7 Fine Ground Beef, Product Code 7404
The beef also contains the establishment number "EST. 208A" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Consumers can call (866) 761-9472 or click here for more details about the recall and the company's return and reimbursement policy.
