Kapowsin Meats Whole Hogs Recalled for Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: July 21, 2016

Summary

Kapowsin Meats Inc. is recalling approximately 11,658 pounds of whole hogs for barbeque because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled pork products were produced between June 13, 2016, and July 15, 2016, and were distributed to various individuals, retailers, and institutions in Washington state. At least three people have reported illnesses linked to this outbreak after consuming these roaster hogs.

Risk

Eating food contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, which typically leads to fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps within 12 to 72 hours. While most people recover without treatment, the infection can be severe enough to require hospitalization, especially for older adults, infants, and people with weakened immune systems.

What You Should Do

This recall affects boxed or bagged Kapowsin Meats Whole Hogs for Barbeque of varying weights produced between June 13, 2016, and July 15, 2016.
Identify the product by looking for establishment number 'EST. 1628M' located inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
If you choose to prepare raw pork or whole hogs, use a food thermometer to ensure the meat reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145°F with a three-minute rest time; check multiple locations, including near the bone.
Contact Kapowsin Meats Owner John Anderson at (253) 847-1777 with questions regarding this recall.
Call the USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional information.

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: Kapowsin Meats Whole Hogs for Barbeque

Variants: Boxed, Bagged, Varying weights

Establishment #: EST. 1628M

Date Ranges: Produced between June 13, 2016 and July 15, 2016

Units were shipped to individuals, retail locations, institutions, and distributors.

Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Recall ID: 062-2016

Status: Active

Sold By: Retail locations; Distributors; Institutions

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 500 pounds

Distributed To: Washington

Classification: Class I

Agency Last Updated: July 21, 2016

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

This recall affects boxed or bagged Kapowsin Meats Whole Hogs for Barbeque of varying weights produced between June 13, 2016, and July 15, 2016.

Identify the product by looking for establishment number 'EST. 1628M' located inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

If you choose to prepare raw pork or whole hogs, use a food thermometer to ensure the meat reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145°F with a three-minute rest time; check multiple locations, including near the bone.

Contact Kapowsin Meats Owner John Anderson at (253) 847-1777 with questions regarding this recall.

Call the USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional information.