Poultry Recalled Due to Unapproved Chemical Used in Processing

AA Poultry Processing LLC of Ridgeland, WI, is recalling approximately 2,191 pounds of chicken and 21 pounds of turkey products because of potential contamination with trichloro-s-triazinetrion, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Thursday

The chemical is used to treat water in swimming pools, spas and hot tubs and as a bleaching agent in the textile industry, but it is not approved for use in poultry processing.

The whole and cut chicken and turkey pieces were produced on various dates from May 4, 2015, through May 11, 2015. The following products are subject to recall:

• Various weights of whole or cut chicken and turkey parts.

The products subject to recall bear the establishment number “P-45525” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Live poultry was brought to the establishment for processing. Following processing, the carcasses were returned to their original owners in Wisconsin.

The problem was discovered by FSIS in-plant personnel during routine verification activities.

FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse allergic reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Ty Martin, owner, at (715) 949-1108.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at http://ift.tt/1gO8Ec3.

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