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Punahele Jerky Company, Inc. FSIS Ready-To-Eat Beef Jerky Products Recall 2026

Punahele Jerky Company, Inc.Issued March 1, 2026Updated Reviewed by the Recall Watch editorial team

Punahele Jerky Company, Inc. FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-To-Eat Beef Jerky Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen — recalled per USDA on 3/1/2026. Reason: Unreported Allergens.

Agency
USDA
Issued
Mar 1, 2026
Brand
Punahele Jerky Company, Inc.
Distribution
1 states
Allergens
eggs, soy
What to do right now

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

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  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 March 1, 2026 · Last synced Oct 22, 2026

What's recalled

WASHINGTON, March 1, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for beef jerky products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The products may contain soy lecithin, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. The ready-to-eat beef jerky items bear best by dates of February 17, 2027 or prior. The following products subject to the public health alert are [view labels]: 6-oz. plastic packages containing "DRIED HAWAIIAN STYLE BEEF CRISPS, ORIGINAL SALT & PEPPER FLAVOR", and bearing establishment number "EST. 2625" inside the USDA mark of inspection. 4-oz. plastic packages containing "PUNAHELE JERKY COMPANY INC UNCLE K'S BEEF CRISPS". 4-oz. plastic packages containing "PUNAHELE JERKY COMPANY INC KILAUEA FIRE SPICY BEEF CRISPS". These items were distributed to retail stores in Hawaii and sold via online sales nationwide. The problem was discovered during a routine FSIS label review. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a health care 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. Media and consumers with questions regarding the public health alert can contact Sabrina Vaughn, Food Safety and QA Compliance Officer, at 808-961-0877. 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/. Products: - 6-oz. plastic packages containing "DRIED HAWAIIAN STYLE BEEF CRISPS, ORIGINAL SALT & PEPPER FLAVOR", and bearing establishment number "EST. 2625" inside the USDA mark of inspection. - 4-oz. plastic packages containing "PUNAHELE JERKY COMPANY INC UNCLE K'S BEEF CRISPS". - 4-oz. plastic packages containing "PUNAHELE JERKY COMPANY INC KILAUEA FIRE SPICY BEEF CRISPS".

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Undeclared allergen alert

This recall involves undeclared allergens not listed on the label:

eggssoy

Why it was recalled

Unreported Allergens

Where was it sold
1 state

Nationwide

nationwide
Official noticefsis.usda.gov
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Punahele Jerky Company, Inc. 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 Punahele Jerky Company, Inc. is affected?

All units of Punahele Jerky Company, Inc. matching the description above are affected. Nationwide

What should I do if I have the recalled Punahele Jerky Company, Inc.?

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