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Food & Beverages/Meat & Poultry

Dinty Moore Beef Stew Recalled for Potential Wood Contamination

Agency Publication Date: May 28, 2025
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Summary

Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling approximately 256,185 pounds of Dinty Moore Beef Stew because the product may contain pieces of wood. The recall was initiated after the company received three consumer complaints regarding the foreign material. No injuries have been confirmed, but consumers are urged to check their pantries for the affected 20-ounce metal cans which were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

Risk

The stew may contain pieces of wood, which poses a potential choking hazard or risk of injury to the mouth, throat, or digestive system if consumed.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for 20-oz. metal cans of 'Dinty Moore BEEF STEW' with lot code 'T02045' and a 'BEST BY FEB 2028' date printed on the can.
  2. Verify the product has the establishment number 'EST 199G' printed on the can.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact Hormel Foods Corporation at 800-523-4635 or media@hormel.com for further instructions.
  4. If you have concerns about a potential injury, contact a healthcare provider.
  5. Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

💰Option 1: Full Refund
How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
🗑️Option 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Dinty Moore BEEF STEW (20-oz)
UPC Codes:
037600215831
Lot Numbers:
T02045 (Best By Feb 2028)
Establishment #: EST 199G
Date Ranges: Produced February 4, 2025

The lot code may have an additional number at the end.

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Recall Documents

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Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Recall ID: 018-2025
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Hormel Foods Corporation
Sold By: retail locations nationwide
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 160,918 lbs
Distributed To: Nationwide
Classification: Class I
Company Contact: Hormel Foods Corporation 800-523-4635 media@hormel.com
Agency Last Updated: May 28, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: USDA Notice · Raw API Response