Hot dog products recalled in three states due to lack of federal inspection

Argillite, Kentucky-based AW Farms is recalling approximately 6,900 pounds of hot dog products produced without the benefit of federal inspection, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

FSIS is concerned that some products may be in restaurant or hotel refrigerators or freezers. Restaurants and hotels are urged not to serve these products.

These items were shipped to restaurant and hotel locations in Ohio and West Virginia.

The ready-to-eat hot dogs have been produced on various dates since approximately May 30, 2024 and have a shelf life of 45 days.

Product recall:

10 pound boxes containing two 5-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing “FRENCH CITY FOODS 6” 12-1 HOTDOGS” and “PACKED ON” with different dates since approximately May 30, 2024, shown on the label.

• 10 pound boxes containing two 5-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing frozen “PORK, BEEF, DEXTROSE, SALT, SUGAR MAPLE GEO BROWN ALL MEAT HOT DOGS” and “PACKED ON” with various dates since approximately May 30, 2024, shown on the label.
• 10 pound boxes containing two 5-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing frozen “GEO BROWN ALL BEEF HOTDOGS” and “PACKED ON” with various dates since approximately May 30, 2024 shown on the label.

The recalled products bear location number “EST. 47635” within the USDA mark of approval.

The problem was discovered when FSIS was notified of these products by a state public health partner. FSIS investigated and determined that the hot dog products were produced and distributed without the benefit of federal inspection.

At the time this recall was issued, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions resulting from the consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

These products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

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