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USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Pork Carnitas Over Metal Contamination Risk

Cargill Meat Solutions identified potential contamination in products shipped to Aldi stores; no injuries reported, and consumers are urged to discard or return affected items.

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  • The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a nationwide public health alert on April 19 for pork carnitas potentially contaminated with metal fragments.
  • The affected products are 16-ounce trays labeled 'Pork Carnitas Seasoned & Seared Pork With Juices Slow Cooked With Citrus,' with use-by dates of June 30, 2025, and July 1, 2025.
  • Produced by Cargill Meat Solutions in Round Rock, Texas, the products bear establishment number 'Est. 46049' inside the USDA inspection mark and were distributed to Aldi supermarkets nationwide.
  • No recall was requested since the products are no longer available for sale, but consumers are advised to discard or return any remaining packages for a refund.
  • The contamination risk was identified during routine equipment checks at Cargill, and no injuries linked to the products have been reported so far.