FDA 483 - Cargill Meat Solutions Corp - February 19, 2021

An FDA inspection of Cargill Meat Solutions Corp in Albert Lea, MN, from February 17-19, 2021, revealed a significant issue with their processing system. The firm's system was not adequately designed or maintained to prevent foreign material contamination in animal food. Specifically, plastic foreign material, such as safety glasses, was found in finished pet food, indicating a serious risk of injury or illness to consumers.