10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras…
Recalled by Weinstein Wholesale Meats Inc
Meat & poultry recall
Weinstein Wholesale Meats Inc
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Weinstein Wholesale Meats Inc has recalled 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras…, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on April 20, 2023 and was initiated on April 20, 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 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras…, with approximately zero pounds of product recovered affected. The company behind the recall is Weinstein Wholesale Meats Inc, based in Nationwide. The USDA describes the product as: “10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Grass Fed & Finished Beef Burger Patties 85% Lean/15% Fat” and with “Use/Freeze By 4/11/23” on the package label.”
Why was 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras… recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 - Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc., a Forest Park, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burger products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of white neoprene, the U.S. Depa….”
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras…, 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 Weinstein Wholesale Meats 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
- April 20, 2023
- Recall started
- April 20, 2023
- Distributed in
- Nationwide
Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 - Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc., a Forest Park, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burger products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of white neoprene, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.Show full text ▾
Product Contamination. WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 - Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc., a Forest Park, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burger products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of white neoprene, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The raw ground beef burger patties were produced on March 14, 2023. The following products are subject to recall [ view labels ]: 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of "100% Grass Fed & Finished Beef Burger Patties 85% Lean/15% Fat" and with "Use/Freeze By 4/11/23" on the package label. The products subject to recall bear establishment number "Est. 6987" inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to an online distributor, which sold the product to customers nationwide. The problem was discovered after the establishment received multiple consumer complaints reporting consumers found white "rubber-like" material in the ground beef patty products during preparation. 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 in consumers' refrigerators or freezers. 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 list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Nicole Schumacher, Chief Marketing Officer, Pre Brands LLC, at 844-773-3663 or reachus@eatpre.com . Members of the media with questions can contact Paul Esposito, Chief Operating Officer, Weinstein Wholesale Meats Inc., at 630-390-9138 or media@weinsteinmeats.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/ . - FSISWhat 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 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras… recalled?+
According to the USDA: 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 10.7-oz. vacuum-sealed packages containing two pieces of “100% Gras…?+
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-012-2023. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.