• 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD
Recalled by Idaho Smokehouse Partners LLC
Meat & poultry recall
Idaho Smokehouse Partners LLC
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Idaho Smokehouse Partners LLC has recalled • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on March 20, 2025 and was initiated on March 20, 2025. 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 • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD, with approximately 1,143 lbs recovered affected. The company behind the recall is Idaho Smokehouse Partners LLC, based in Nationwide. The USDA describes the product as: “• 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD,” with an expiration date of 02-10-2026, and lot code 25016 printed on the label. The product subject to recall bears establishment number “6220A” ink-jetted on the package. ; • 13.8-oz plas…”
Why was • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Product Contamination. EDITOR'S NOTE: March 27, 2025 -- Details of this recall release were updated to reflect that the product may be packaged into larger plastic bags that bear the establishment number “V2059.” The packages were shipped to distribution centers in California, Illinois, Michigan, M….” In plain terms, this recall relates to foreign material.
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD, 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 Idaho Smokehouse Partners LLC 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
- March 20, 2025
- Recall started
- March 20, 2025
- Distributed in
- Nationwide
• 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD,” with an expiration date of 02-10-2026, and lot code 25016 printed on the label. The product subject to recall bears establishment number “6220A” ink-jetted on the package.Show full text ▾
• 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD,” with an expiration date of 02-10-2026, and lot code 25016 printed on the label. The product subject to recall bears establishment number “6220A” ink-jetted on the package. ; • 13.8-oz plastic bags containing 12 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD.” The plastic bags bear establishment number “V2059” and “LOT: 622025016,” with expiration date 02-10-2026 printed on the bags. The individual sticks hProduct Contamination. EDITOR'S NOTE: March 27, 2025 -- Details of this recall release were updated to reflect that the product may be packaged into larger plastic bags that bear the establishment number “V2059.” The packages were shipped to distribution centers in California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington for further distribution to retail locations nationwide.Show full text ▾
Product Contamination. EDITOR'S NOTE: March 27, 2025 -- Details of this recall release were updated to reflect that the product may be packaged into larger plastic bags that bear the establishment number “V2059.” The packages were shipped to distribution centers in California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington for further distribution to retail locations nationwide. EDITOR'S NOTE: March 25, 2025 -- Details of this recall release were updated to reflect additional contact information for consumers and the media. Consumers with questions about the recall can visit Chomps’ website at www.chomps.com/recall or call Idaho Smokehouse Partners at 208-227-5282. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Stacey Hartnett at Stacey.hartnett@chomps.com or media@idahosmokehousepartners.com . WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 -- Idaho Smokehouse Partners, LLC, a Shelley, Idaho establishment, is recalling approximately 29,541 pounds of ready-to-eat beef stick products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The ready-to-eat beef stick item was produced from January 13 to January 15, 2025. The following product is subject to recall [ view labels ]: 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD,” with an expiration date of 02-10-2026, and lot code 25016 printed on the label. The product subject to recall bears establishment number “6220A” ink-jetted on the package. 13.8-oz plastic bags containing 12 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD.” The plastic bags bear establishment number “V2059” and “LOT: 622025016,” with expiration date 02-10-2026 printed on the bags. The individual sticks have an expiration date of 02-10-2026, and lot code 25016, with establishment number “6220A” ink-jetted on the package. The packages were shipped to distribution centers in California, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Washington for further distribution to retail locations nationwide. The problem was discovered after the firm notified FSIS that it received two consumer complaints reporting that pieces of metal were found in the product. There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be 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 list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls . Consumers with questions about the recall can visit Chomps’ website at www.chomps.com/recall or call Idaho Smokehouse Partners at 208-227-5282. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Stacey Hartnett at Stacey.hartnett@chomps.com or media@idahosmokehousepartners.com . Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) 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 • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD 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 • 1.15-oz vacuum-sealed packages of “CHOMPS ORIGINAL BEEF STICK MILD?+
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-008-2025. Information last synced from the FDA on July 6, 2026.