Recall of Raw Beef Due to Safety Oversight

Federal regulators have announced a recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of raw boneless beef imported from Argentina. This action comes after it was found that the meat had been distributed in the United States without the necessary federal reinspection.

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, reported that Corte Argentino USA LLC, based in Aventura, Florida, is recalling about 29,628 pounds of raw beef products that were sent to Florida and Texas.

This issue was identified during regular inspection activities by the FSIS, which led to immediate efforts to intercept the shipments before any further distribution occurred.

Designated as a Class I health risk, this recall is serious, as there’s a reasonable chance that consuming the beef could lead to serious health issues or even death.

Meat imported into the United States must comply with regulations from Customs and Border Protection and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, followed by the required FSIS reinspection at certified facilities. This critical safety process includes checking documentation, verifying labeling and packaging, and conducting tests for harmful pathogens before the products can be sold.

Skipping this protocol raises health risks, although officials have stated that there have been no reported illnesses linked to the beef at this time.

The affected products include various-weight cardboard boxes of boneless raw beef from the foreign processor Frigorífico Gorina SAIC, produced between May 15 and May 20, 2026.

Specific cuts involved in the recall include Top Sirloin Butt, Eye Round, Topside Cap Off, Flat, and Knuckle. These products are identified by the Argentine establishment number “EST. N° OF. 2025” and shipping mark “26644-AA,” and they feature use-by dates ranging from September 15 to September 20, 2026.

Due to the extended shelf life of such meat, health officials are worried that consumers might still have the recalled beef stored, either in homes or businesses.

Regulators have urged consumers, wholesalers, and retailers in Texas and Florida to check their inventory without delay.

If anyone possesses meat that fits these criteria, they’re advised not to cook or eat it. Instead, it should be disposed of safely or returned to the point of purchase for a full refund.