Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported April 26, 2017
Elk Jerky, brand Trophy Series, heat treated shelf stable packaged in hermetically sealed packages. Net wt. 3 oz. UPC 16831 00529.
Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin.
Whiskey Hill Smokehouse recalled Elk Jerky, brand Trophy Series, heat treated shelf stable packaged in hermetically sealed… - a moderate-severity action.
Elk Jerky, brand Trophy Series, heat treated shelf stable packaged in hermetically sealed… was recalled by Whiskey Hill Smokehouse in April 26, 2017. Reason: Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1963-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Whiskey Hill Smokehouse issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- April 26, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1963-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1963-2017) was formally reported on April 26, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 22, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Whiskey Hill Smokehouse is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Hubbard, OR. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,612 lbs..
The documented reason for this recall is: Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: CA, FL, IL, MA, NC, NY, OR, OR, PA, TX, and WA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
1,612 lbs.
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Elk Jerky, brand Trophy Series, heat treated shelf stable packaged in hermetically sealed packages. Net wt. 3 oz. UPC 16831 00529.
Reason for recall
Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1963-2017 |
| Date reported | April 26, 2017 |
| Date initiated | March 22, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Whiskey Hill Smokehouse |
| Firm location | Hubbard, OR |
| Affected scope | 1,612 lbs. |
| Distribution | CA, FL, IL, MA, NC, NY, OR, OR, PA, TX, and WA. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Elk Jerky, brand Trophy Series, heat treated shelf stable packaged in hermetically sealed packages. Net wt. 3 oz. UPC 16831 00529.. Recalled by Whiskey Hill Smokehouse. Units affected: 1,612 lbs..
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Elk jerky is recalled due to undeclared soy lecithin.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on April 26, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1963-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: CA, FL, IL, MA, NC, NY, OR, OR, PA, TX, and WA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1963-2017) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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