Imperio Distribution LLC of Elgin, IL, is recalling 946 pounds of ready-to-eat beef jerky products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and misbranded because of the unauthorized use of a USDA mark of inspection, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The products were packaged from January 2026 to October 2026. The following products are subject to recall:
- 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)."
The products subject to recall include the unapproved use of another facility's mark of inspection, identified as establishment number "1885" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
The recalled items were distributed to various retail locations in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
The problem was discovered during FSIS surveillance activities.
There have been no confirmed reports of illness or injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness or injury should contact a healthcare provider.
Food produced without inspection may contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, or other contaminants that put consumer health and safety at risk. FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumer refrigerators or pantries or at various retailers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
