Are you eating contaminated snacks? 30,000 pounds recalled—here’s what to check
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If you’ve stocked up on any grab-and-go snacks lately, there’s one item you may want to double-check.
A new recall has quietly been issued for tens of thousands of pounds of a popular pantry staple due to an unsettling discovery.
While no injuries have been confirmed, what's turning up inside has definitely raised eyebrows.
The affected item is Chomps Original Beef Sticks, specifically the mild flavor variety.
These ready-to-eat snacks have become popular for their convenience and high protein content—but a new warning has shifted the conversation from nutrition to safety.
According to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), two consumers reported finding metal pieces in their Chomps sticks.
If you’ve recently purchased Chomps in California or Illinois, pay attention. The recalled items include the following identifying information:
If your snack matches these details, it’s part of the recall and should not be consumed.
Although no injuries have been linked to the contaminated beef sticks, ingesting metal fragments can pose serious health risks.
Symptoms may include mouth or throat injury, digestive tract discomfort, or more serious internal harm.
If you have the recalled product in your home, the FSIS advises you to either throw it away or return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund.
If you’ve already eaten the product and are feeling unwell or suspect an injury, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
The company behind the product, Idaho Smokehouse Partners, is offering customer support. You can call them directly at 208-227-5282 if you have questions about the recall.
Have you ever had to toss out a favorite snack because of a recall? What tips do you use to stay on top of food safety alerts? Share your stories in the comments below—we’d love to hear how you keep your kitchen safe.
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A new recall has quietly been issued for tens of thousands of pounds of a popular pantry staple due to an unsettling discovery.
While no injuries have been confirmed, what's turning up inside has definitely raised eyebrows.
The affected item is Chomps Original Beef Sticks, specifically the mild flavor variety.
These ready-to-eat snacks have become popular for their convenience and high protein content—but a new warning has shifted the conversation from nutrition to safety.
According to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), two consumers reported finding metal pieces in their Chomps sticks.
Chomps Original Beef Sticks have been recalled due to potential contamination with foreign matter. Image source: FOX 11 Los Angeles / YouTube
If you’ve recently purchased Chomps in California or Illinois, pay attention. The recalled items include the following identifying information:
- Expiration Date: February 10, 2026
- Lot Code: 25016 (printed on the individual wrapper)
If your snack matches these details, it’s part of the recall and should not be consumed.
Although no injuries have been linked to the contaminated beef sticks, ingesting metal fragments can pose serious health risks.
Symptoms may include mouth or throat injury, digestive tract discomfort, or more serious internal harm.
If you have the recalled product in your home, the FSIS advises you to either throw it away or return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund.
If you’ve already eaten the product and are feeling unwell or suspect an injury, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
The company behind the product, Idaho Smokehouse Partners, is offering customer support. You can call them directly at 208-227-5282 if you have questions about the recall.
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