Over 185k bags of oyster crackers recalled for possible metal contamination – NBC Chicago

Bags of oyster crackers sold at major retailers such as Walmart and Target in Illinois and 23 other states have been recalled due to possible contamination with stainless steel wire, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The recall was first issued in February and updated last week due to the possible presence of "potential foreign material," which was determined to be stainless steel wire.

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The oyster crackers were sold at Walmart, Target, Giant Eagle and other retailers across a total of 24 states, with the recall affecting nearly 186,000 bags of crackers.

Below are details from the FDA regarding the recalled products:

Walmart Great Value Soup & Oyster Crackers

Market Pantry Soup & Oyster Crackers (Target)

Giant Eagle Oyster Crackers

VISTA Soup & Oyster Crackers

20 lb. Bulk Oyster Crackers

The following states are impacted by the recall: