Nearly 30,000 pounds of ready-to-eat beef sticks are being recalled across the U.S. following reports of metal contamination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.
The recall affects a specific batch of Chomps Original Beef Sticks (Mild Flavor).
The impacted products are marked with the expiration date February 10, 2026 and include the lot code “25016” on the packaging.
These beef sticks were distributed to retail locations in California and Illinois, where they were sold individually or as part of multi-stick packages.
The recall was triggered after two consumers reported finding pieces of metal in the snack sticks. While no injuries have been officially confirmed, the presence of sharp foreign objects poses a serious health risk.
FSIS has classified this as a Class II recall, which indicates a potential health hazard where there is a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the product.
If you have purchased the affected Chomps beef sticks, do not consume them. Instead, throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
Those experiencing any symptoms of illness or injury after eating one of the recalled sticks are urged to seek medical attention immediately.
How to Identify the Recalled Products
Look for the following details on the packaging of your Chomps beef sticks:
Flavor: Original Beef Stick, Mild
Lot Code: 25016
Expiration Date: February 10, 2026
If the product matches these details, it should not be consumed under any circumstances.
For questions or concerns regarding this recall, consumers are encouraged to contact Idaho Smokehouse Partners, the producer behind the recalled Chomps products.
