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FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Canned Meat Product Due to Possible Under Processing

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Canned Meat Product was recalled on September 16, 2023 in cooperation with the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service because processing Defect. WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a…

Is my unit affected?

12-oz. metal cans containing "SPAM Classic" with "BEST BY AUG 2026" date and lot code A08173 printed on the bottom of the can.

Model, lot & date codes to check

12-oz. metal cans containing "SPAM Classic" with "BEST BY AUG 2026" date and lot code A08173 printed on the bottom of the can.

Where it was sold: Texas

Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.

What's the hazard?

Processing Defect. WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2023 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for canned meat product due to under processing. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that this product should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because it is believed that the product is no longer available fo

Your remedy & how to claim it

Do not consume the product. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase. Contact the establishment with questions.

Contact: Company Contact Hormel Foods' Consumer Engagement Team 1-800-523-4635 cresponse@hormel.com ; Company Contact Hormel Foods' Public Relations Group 507-437-5611 media@hormel.com

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