The TikTok-favorite snack is just one in a series of concerning recalls lately.
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Almost 30,000 pounds of the sticks have been recalled, according to theU.S.
Department of Agriculture(USDA).
The stickswhich are huge withTikTok influencerswere made at a single processing plant, pera statement from Chomps.
There have been no reported injuries or illnesses linked to this so far.
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What is the Chomps recall?
Our priority is, and always will be, the safety and trust of our customers.
What makes this recall dangerous?
Metal fragments in food can be accidentally swallowed, leading to potentially serious health problems.
How do metal fragments end up in meat sticks?
There are a few different ways metal fragments can end up in food, according to Detwiler.
Thats more likely especially if routine maintenance or equipment inspection is inadequate, Detwiler adds.
Why are these recalls happening a lot lately?
This rise is likely driven by a combination of factors, Detwiler says.
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One is that companies are getting better at detecting these things.
There are also more robust quality assurance systems, according to Detwiler.
Detwiler stresses that this doesnt mean that companies are getting more relaxed with their safety practices.
Instead, throw it away or return it to where you purchased the sticks for a refund.
If you have questions about the recall, you might contact Idaho Smokehouse Partners at 208-227-5282.
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