Illegal Chicken Snacks Flood Eight States

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Nearly 10,000 pounds of Brazilian chicken snacks are being pulled from store shelves across eight states after it was discovered the products completely bypassed federal inspection protocols, raising serious food safety concerns.

Key Takeaways

  • Snack Mania Brazilian Delights Corp. is recalling 9,722 pounds of chicken coxinhas produced without mandatory USDA inspection
  • The recalled products were distributed to retail locations across eight states, including Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania
  • Products were manufactured between June 2024 and May 2025 in an uninspected facility without the required USDA mark of inspection
  • No adverse reactions have been reported yet, but consumers are advised to return or dispose of the affected products

Regulatory Oversight Failure Leads to Major Recall

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that Snack Mania Brazilian Delights Corp. is recalling approximately 9,722 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken coxinhas after routine surveillance activities revealed the products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection. This troubling oversight means these food items completely bypassed critical safety protocols designed to protect American consumers. The affected products lack the USDA mark of inspection and were manufactured in a facility that had not undergone the required inspections by federal authorities.

The specific product being recalled is identified as 16.37-oz.. plastic packages labeled “Snack Mania COXINHAS BRAZILIAN STUFFED BITES Original Chicken.” These packages were produced over an extensive period spanning from June 27, 2024, through May 2, 2025, creating a widespread potential risk. The discovery of this regulatory violation highlights a concerning gap in our food safety system, where products meant for public consumption somehow managed to evade the inspection processes that Americans depend on to ensure their food is safe.

Multiple States Affected by Uninspected Products

The distribution network of these uninspected chicken products is extensive, reaching retail locations across eight states, including Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. This wide distribution area significantly increases the potential impact of this recall, as thousands of consumers may have already purchased these products without knowing they lacked proper inspection. The FSIS is concerned that some of these products may still be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers, posing an ongoing risk to households across these states.

While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products as of the recall notice, the lack of inspection means these items haven’t undergone the standard safety protocols designed to prevent foodborne illness. This situation represents yet another example of the critical importance of regulatory oversight in our food system. When products bypass inspection requirements, they expose American consumers to unnecessary health risks that could have been prevented through proper adherence to established safety protocols.

Consumer Guidance and Additional Food Safety Concerns

The FSIS strongly advises consumers who have purchased these products not to consume them. Anyone who has these items in their possession should dispose of them immediately or return them to the place of purchase. Additionally, consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854). Those who have consumed the product and are concerned about potential illness should contact their healthcare provider immediately to discuss their symptoms and potential exposure.

This recall comes amid several other significant food safety concerns in the marketplace. Concurrently, a salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers from Bedner Growers has sickened more than 20 people across 15 states, prompting its recall. Additionally, certain baby foods sold at Publix are being recalled over suspected lead contamination, and baby swings are being recalled due to suffocation concerns. These simultaneous safety issues highlight ongoing challenges in ensuring the safety of consumer products and food items in the American marketplace.

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