FSIS Issued Alert for Wegmans Chicken Nuggets
The federal agency issued a health alert for frozen chicken nuggets due to reports of potential bone contamination.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Nutrition
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On January 27, 2025, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert regarding Wegmans chicken breast nuggets. The alert follows multiple consumer complaints about the presence of bone fragments in the product.
Why it matters
The alert was prompted by potential food safety risks posed by bone fragments within the chicken products. While the items are no longer available for purchase, the agency intervened to ensure public awareness regarding the affected batches.
The FSIS identified affected 46-ounce plastic bags bearing establishment number P-33944. There are currently zero confirmed reports of injury linked to the consumption of the nuggets.
The players
Food Safety and Inspection Service
This is the public health agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture responsible for ensuring that the nation's commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products is safe.
Wegmans
This is a regional American supermarket chain that operates stores across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States.
The details
The FSIS issued the alert after receiving multiple consumer complaints forwarded by Wegmans. The affected nuggets were produced on August 26, 2024, and reached retail locations across nine states and Washington, D.C.
Timeline
August 26, 2024: The affected chicken breast nuggets were produced.
January 27, 2025: The FSIS issued the public health alert.
August 26, 2025: The best if used by date for the affected product.
The Big Picture
The alert follows protocols established by the Federal Meat Inspection Act, which mandates regulatory oversight to prevent contaminated food products from reaching consumers.
Consumers who have the 46-ounce bags with establishment number P-33944 should check their freezers and dispose of the product immediately. Those with questions regarding the recall may contact Wegmans at 1-855-934-3663.
The takeaway
Maintaining awareness of public health alerts is a critical practice for ensuring household food safety. Checking product labels against official alerts helps consumers avoid potential hazards even when no injuries have been reported.
Further reading
For more information on food safety standards, visit the Nutrition section.
More information
Report related concerns or track food safety issues through the Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Usda.
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