Urgent Alert: Contaminated Product At Aldi Stores In Minnesota

If you are one of the 25% of Americans that shop at the discount grocery store, Aldi, you are probably going to want to check your freezer. A "public health alert" has been issued for an item that was sold at the popular store due to the possibility that "foreign objects" could have tagged along.

You are NOT going to want to bite into it.

Public Health Alert Issued For Item Sold At Aldi Stores Throughout The United States, Including Minnesota

The popular grocery store chain that is proud to help families save 36% on their grocery bills was just highlighted by USA Today due to a public health alert. Unfortunately, an item that was sold at Aldi stores throughout the United States, including in Minnesota, could be contaminated.

Based on information provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Services, a 16-oz. package of fully cooked pork carnitas could contain metal pieces. Here are a few details to know:

Product Name: Pork Carnitas Seasoned & Seared Pork with Juices Slow Cooked with Citrus

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Date Produced: April 1st to April 2nd
Use By Dates: June 30th, 2025 or July 1st, 2025
Establishment Number: Est. 46049

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Reason for Public Health Alert: "equipment damage that may have contaminated the carnitas products" with metal material

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Why Isn't There A Recall For This Item?

The product is no longer on store shelves and due to that factor, a recall has not been issued. Aldi customers should look through any products in their freezers to ensure that these were not purchased.

What To Do If You Have The Item That Is Part Of The Public Health Alert

If you notice this item in your possession, you are asked to either throw it out or return it to the store.

See the full report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Services.

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