USDA2026-10-24Class IINSPECTION VIOLATION
Imperio Distribution beef jerky recalled for lack of federal inspection
What this means
Imperio Distribution LLC recalled approximately 946 pounds of ready-to-eat beef jerky products packaged between January and October 2026 because they were produced without federal inspection. The products also carried an unauthorized USDA inspection mark. These items were distributed to retailers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
- Do not eat these products if you have them.
- Throw away the beef jerky or return it to the store where you bought it.
- Check your fridge and pantry for Imperio Fuego, Imperio Original, or Imperio Limón beef jerky in 2 oz. bags.
- Call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854 with questions.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Produced Without Benefit of Inspection
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Illinois Indiana Iowa Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Wisconsin
Products
2 oz. sealed bag of "IMPERIO FUEGO BEEF JERKY (CARNE SECA)." 2 oz. sealed bag of "IMPERIO ORIGINAL BEEF JERKY (CARNE SECA)." 2 oz. sealed bag of "IMPERIO LIMÓN BEEF JERKY (CARNE SECA)."
Consumer contact
Company Contact Owner, Imperio Distribution LLC Manuel Cortes 630-532-9560 manuelcortes33@gmail.com
Official notice
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/imperio-distribution-llc-recalls-beef-jerky-products-produced-without-benefitWant us to check the next one for you?
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