Schnucks Markets, Inc. has initiated a recall for several types of ground beef from its Belleville, Illinois, location after concerns arose that the meat may contain plastic pieces. The products were sold on Sunday at the 800 Carlyle Avenue store and bear a sell-by date of September 16. The announcement follows a previous recall at the same store earlier this year.
The ground beef varieties involved in the recall include 90/10 Ground Lean Beef, 80/20 Ground Chuck, 80/20 Ground Beef, and 73/27 Ground Beef. Customers who made purchases between 12:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. on Sunday are advised to return their ground beef to the store for a full refund or an exchange, no other stores are implicated in this recall. Despite the recall, no associated illnesses or injuries have been reported.
According to FirstAlert4, the Schnucks Customer Care team can be reached for questions at 314-994-4400 or 1-800-264-4400. This proactive measure aims to ensure the safety and satisfaction of its customers and maintain quality control standards.
Schnucks previously recalled ground beef at this location on July 30, 2024, due to similar concerns over plastic contamination. A spokesperson from Schnucks stated, "There have been no reported illnesses connected to the recall," and described the incident as isolated, as per an article from FOX2Now. The grocery chain reassures us that this does not affect other locations.
As the situation unfolds, Schnucks continues to address the issue transparently, offering reimbursement options and maintaining customer communication channels open. A statement from Schnucks highlighted in KSDK emphasized their commitment to quality and safety, ensuring such measures are part of their protocol to prevent future occurrences.
