Over 167,000 Pounds of Meat Recalled for False USDA Inspection Labels
More than 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat meat produced by Star Meat Delivery Inc. of North Carolina have been recalled nationally because the products were marked with a false U.S. Department of Agriculture inspection label, meaning they…
Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, September 23, 2026 — A national recall has been issued for more than 167,000 pounds of raw meat products due to the presence of false U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) inspection labels. The recalled items include raw pork, beef, and goat meat.
The affected products were produced by Star Meat Delivery Inc., a company based in North Carolina. The recall was initiated because the meat products bore inspection labels that were not legitimately applied by the USDA. This means the products were not inspected by federal authorities and therefore could be unsafe for consumption.
The scope of the recall is national, affecting distribution across the United States. Consumers are advised to check their freezers and refrigerators for any of these products. While the exact production and distribution dates were not specified, the recall covers a significant quantity of meat, estimated at over 167,000 pounds. The company’s name, Star Meat Delivery Inc., has been identified as the producer of the recalled items.
The primary concern driving the recall is the potential lack of proper inspection. Uninspected meat may not have undergone necessary safety checks, which can include testing for pathogens and adherence to food safety regulations. The use of false USDA inspection labels is a serious issue, as these labels are intended to assure consumers that products meet federal safety and quality standards. The details regarding when the false labels were applied or how the issue was discovered were not immediately available. The contractor’s name was not provided.
Star Meat Delivery Inc. is involved in the production of the recalled raw meat. The company is located in North Carolina. Further information regarding the specific types of cuts or products affected, beyond raw pork, beef, and goat meat, was not detailed. The USDA typically oversees meat inspections to ensure public health and safety. The recall serves as a reminder for consumers to be aware of product origins and inspection marks on meat products.
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