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Bunge's Meats Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Recall 2016

Issued September 16, 2016Updated Reviewed by the Recall Watch editorial team

Bunge's Meats Recalls Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Drinking Water Standards — recalled per USDA on 9/16/2016. Reason: Unfit for Human Consumption.

Agency
USDA
Issued
Sep 16, 2016
Distribution
1 states
What to do right nowHigh risk

Steps to take for this recall

  1. Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

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Verified summary of the official U.S. Department of Agriculture (FSIS) notice · Issued September 16, 2016 · Last synced Oct 22, 2026

What's recalled

WASHINGTON, Sept.16, 2016 Bunges Meats, a Catawissa, Penn. establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of pork sausage products that were produced with water that did not meet the Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) drinking water standards, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The various pork sausage items were produced between Feb. 24, 2016 and Sept. 15, 2016. The products subject to recall bear establishment number EST. 21603 inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to restaurants in Pennsylvania. The problem was discovered on September 15, 2016, while an Enforcement, Investigations, and Analysis Officer (EIAO) was reviewing records during a Food Safety Assessment (FSA). The EIAO observed that results from the establishments third party testing laboratory indicated that water samples collected at the establishment on Feb. 24 and Sept. 9, 2016 were positive for Coliform bacteria. The water is used in the formulation of the pork sausage products. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider. 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 and media with questions about the recall can contact Robert Bunge, Owner, at (570) 317-6702. Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

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Why it was recalled

Unfit for Human Consumption

Where was it sold
1 state

Pennsylvania

PA
Official noticefsis.usda.gov
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bunge's Meats Recalls Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Drinking Water Standards recall still active?

This recall has been marked as completed as of October 22, 2026. Check with the manufacturer for current status.

How do I know if my Bunge's Meats Recalls Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Drinking Water Standards is affected?

All units of Bunge's Meats Recalls Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Drinking Water Standards matching the description above are affected. Pennsylvania

What should I do if I have the recalled Bunge's Meats Recalls Pork Products Formulated With Water That Did Not Meet EPA Drinking Water Standards?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.