November 12, 2007

Another US firm recalls frozen beef for metal pieces

Circle Foods LLC, based in Chula Vista, California is voluntarily recalling approximately 3,750 pounds of frozen beef tamales that may contain pieces of metal, USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced.

Ten cartons, bearing the establishment number "EST. 17417"  containing individually wrapped -ounce tamales "Tortilla land BEEF TAMALES, Traditional Corn Husk Wrap, All Natural" were recalled.

The carton also bears USDA mark of inspection as well as a "use by" date of "110308."

The products were produced on November 3, and were distributed to Costco stores in the Los Angeles area.

The company discovered the problem after their equipment detected pieces of metal in the products. No injuries have been reported. Anyone concerned about an injury from consumption of the products should contact a physician.