Chicken Recalls in New York City: How to Check & Stay Safe

Where USDA FSIS Posts Chicken Recalls

The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) maintains the official Recall Case Archive at fsis.usda.gov/recalls. Every chicken recall includes the product name, brand, lot codes, reason (pathogen or hazard), and distribution states. To find NYC-specific recalls, search the database by product type (poultry) and check the 'Distribution' field for New York. The FDA also lists recalls affecting fresh and processed chicken at fda.gov/food/recalls. Both agencies update daily, but manual checking delays your response time significantly.

How to Identify If a Recalled Product Reached NYC Retailers

Recall details specify which states received affected products, and many include retailer names and distribution centers. New York City supermarkets, delis, restaurants, and food wholesalers source chicken from regional and national distributors, making NYC a common endpoint for national recalls. Cross-reference your receipt or packaging with the recall's UPC, lot code, and production date. If the product matches and was sold in NY, do not consume it. Contact the retailer or manufacturer if you need confirmation on purchase location.

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