The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022
Recalled by ConAgra Brands, Inc.
Meat & poultry recall
ConAgra Brands, Inc.
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
ConAgra Brands, Inc. has recalled The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on January 31, 2023 and was initiated on January 31, 2023. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the USDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022, with approximately 841,149 lbs recovered affected. The company behind the recall is ConAgra Brands, Inc., based in Nationwide. The USDA describes the product as: “The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022, and January 13, 2023.”
Why was The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022 recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Processing Defect, Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 2,581,816 pounds of canned meat and poultry products due to a packaging defect that may cause the products to become contaminated without showin….”
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official USDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact ConAgra Brands, Inc. or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in Nationwide. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public USDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the USDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Full recall details
- Status
- Completed
- Date reported
- January 31, 2023
- Recall started
- January 31, 2023
- Distributed in
- Nationwide
Processing Defect, Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 2,581,816 pounds of canned meat and poultry products due to a packaging defect that may cause the products to become contaminated without showing any outward signs of contamination, the U.S.Show full text ▾
Processing Defect, Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 – Conagra Brands, Inc., a Fort Madison, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 2,581,816 pounds of canned meat and poultry products due to a packaging defect that may cause the products to become contaminated without showing any outward signs of contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022, and January 13, 2023. The following products are subject to recall: [ view spreadsheet ] [ view labels ]. The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P4247” on the product cans. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide. The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS after observing spoiled and/or leaking cans from multiple production dates at the establishment’s warehouse. Subsequent investigation by the establishment determined that the cans subject to recall may have been damaged in a manner that is not readily apparent to consumers, which may allow foodborne pathogens to enter the cans. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be on retail shelves or in consumers’ pantries. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution lists will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Dan Hare, Senior Director of Communications, ConAgra Brands, at 312-549-5355 or daniel.hare@conagra.com . Consumers with questions about the recall can call 800-289-6014, Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST or email consumer.care@conagra.com . Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022 recalled?+
According to the USDA: Processing Defect, Product Contamination.
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have The meat and poultry products were produced between December 12, 2022?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) data for this recall.
Recall number: USDA-003-2023. Information last synced from the FDA on July 5, 2026.