Over 15,000 pounds of frozen beef patties recalled over possible plastic contamination

Tyson Foods' subsidiary, Advanced Pier Foods, is recalling 15,738 pounds of beef patties due to potential contamination with small green soft plastic. The USDA classifies this as a Class 2 recall, indicating a remote chance of adverse health effects. The recall is voluntary, following complaints from a food service establishment. Only two patties were found contaminated, but 1,043 cases, or half a truckload, produced in September 2019, are being recalled. The product was shipped to Iowa and distributed to institutions, including schools, but not sold in retail stores.

What type of contamination led to the recall of Tyson Food's beef patties?

• Chemical residue

• Glass shards

• Small green soft plastic

• Metal fragments

What does a Class 2 recall by the USDA signify?

• A high probability of serious health consequences

• A remote probability of adverse health effects

• No health risk at all

• Immediate health hazard

How many patties were confirmed to be contaminated?

• Two

• Ten

• Twenty

• None

How many cases of the product are being recalled?

• 1043 cases

• 500 cases

• 1500 cases

• 2000 cases

Where were the recalled products distributed?

• Local grocery stores

• International markets

• Institutions including schools

• Retail stores