Steuben County Public Health Department / April 3, 2026
Alert: Frozen Dino-Shaped Chicken Nuggets
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for certain frozen, ready-to-eat dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets that may contain unsafe levels of lead.
A recall was not issued because the product is no longer available for purchase, but officials are concerned some packages may still be in consumers’ freezers.
Product details:
- 29-oz. plastic bags (about 36 nuggets)
- Great Value Fully Cooked Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets
- Best if Used By: Feb. 10, 2027
- Lot code: 0416DPO1215
- Establishment number: P44164 (printed on the back of the bag)
- Production date: Feb. 10, 2026
Why this matters:
Lead exposure is especially harmful for pregnant people, infants, and young children because it can damage developing brains and nervous systems. There is no safe level of lead exposure.
What to do:
If you have this product, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase.
Please check your freezer and share to help keep others informed.
