Popular Jerky Sold at Costco and Sam’s Club Recalled for Containing Metal Fragments

Jerky is typically an easy, portable, and protein-packed snack for busy days. Before you tear into your next bag, though, make sure it doesn’t contain any unwanted ingredients. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) warns that certain jerky products sold at Costco and Sam’s Club may contain pieces of metal.

On October 24, LSI, Inc. announced a recall of 2.2 million pounds of its Korean barbecue pork jerky after receiving multiple complaints from consumers who found pieces of metal in the jerky. LSI says that the wiry metal is from the conveyor belt used during the production of its jerky.

The company says there have been “no confirmed reports of injury” due to people eating the contaminated jerky, but as you can imagine, it does pose a health risk—anything sharp or wiry can damage your mouth, throat, and intestines if eaten. 

The now-recalled bags of jerky were sold at Costco and Sam’s Club locations across the country.

How To Identify the Recalled Jerky

If you think this product is in your pantry, check the bag for the following details:

Product Name: Golden Island Fire-Grilled Pork Jerky Korean Barbecue Recipe
Sizes of Bags: 14.5-ounce and 16-ounce plastic pouches
Lot Codes: There are many; check this comprehensive list shared by the FSIS 
Best By: Dates from October 23, 2025, through September 23, 2026
Establishment Number: “M279A” inside the USDA mark of inspection
Distribution: Costco and Sam’s Club stores nationwide 

For help locating lot codes, establishment numbers, and other packaging details, consult our food recall guide.

What To Do With the Recalled Jerky

While this product is no longer sold at Sam’s Club or Costco, the FSIS is concerned that Golden Island jerky may still be in kitchens across the country. If you have the affected item, throw it out or bring it back to the store. Both Sam’s and Costco offer refunds to anyone who purchased a recalled product.

If you have already eaten the jerky and are concerned, contact your healthcare provider. If you have questions about this recall or have discovered wiry metal pieces in your own jerky, contact the company directly at info@goldenislandjerky.com.