Wegmans Recalls Impossible Meat Sausages in Eight States Due to Contamination
Attention plant-based food enthusiasts: Wegmans has issued a recall of specific Impossible Foods sausage products after finding a “foreign material” in certain packages.
The culprit? An aluminum fastener. This recall affects customers across eight states and Washington, D.C.
Products and Areas Affected
The recall involves two varieties of Impossible Foods sausages:
1. Spicy Ground Sausage Meat from Plants
- UPC: 816697021088
- Lot Numbers: ASH2409501 to ASH249601
- Best By Dates: June 28, 2025, to January 15, 2026
2. Savory Ground Sausage Meat from Plants
- UPC: 816697021095
- Lot Numbers: ASH2409501 to ASH249601
- Best By Dates: June 28, 2025, to January 15, 2026
The recall impacts Wegmans locations in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
What to Do if You Purchased These Products
Customers are encouraged to return the affected items to Wegmans for a full refund. For assistance, you can contact Wegmans at 1-855-934-3663 during the following hours:
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
If returning the product isn’t feasible, dispose of it carefully to ensure anyone or any animals don’t consume it. FoodSafety.gov emphasizes the importance of safe disposal of contaminated items.
What This Means for Plant-Based Foods
This recall highlights the growing pains of the plant-based food industry as it expands into mainstream grocery stores.
While Impossible Foods maintains its commitment to quality, incidents like this serve as a reminder that safety is paramount.
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