NH Smokehouse Recalls Kielbasa For Possible Metal Contamination

CONCORD, NH —New Hampshire-based North Country Smokehouse has recalled approximately 2,686 pounds of kielbasa products because they may be contaminated with metal. The products subject to a Class I Recall were produced Feb. 7-8 and shipped nationwide as vacuum-packed items in 12- and 16-ounce packages with “Use By” dates of April 23 and May 9.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it discovered the problem during a March 18 inspection of consumer complaint records at the Claremont business. The products subject to recall have the establishment number “EST. 5390A” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

A Class I Recall is considered a health-hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death, according to the USDA.

The Food Safety Inspection Service said there have no confirmed reports of injury or illness from consumption of the kielbasa, but urged anyone who believes they have eaten the product, and is concerned, to contact a healthcare provider. Anyone who has these products in their refrigerator or freezer is advised to throw them away or return them to the point of purchase.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Daniel Sarapin, quality assurance manager, North Country Smokehouse, at 603-543-0234 ext. 207.