More than 2 million pounds of Korean barbecue pork jerky sold in Costco and Sam’s Club stores has been recalled over possible contamination with pieces of metal, the US Department of Agriculture said Friday.

LSI Inc. – an Alpena, South Dakota-based company – recalled about 2,277,540 pounds of Golden Island Fire-Grilled Pork Jerky Korean Barbecue after multiple complaints from customers who found wiry metal in the product. 3

The company said the metal wires came from the conveyor belt used in production. There have been no reports of injuries linked to the recall.

The jerky was sold in Costco and Sam’s Club stores nationwide in 14.5-ounce and 16-ounce pouches “best by” dates from Oct. 23, 2025, through Sept. 23, 2026. The bags have the establishment number “M279A” inside the USDA ma

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