More than 12,000 pounds of imported bacon are being recalled after federal officials determined the products did not undergo required U.S. import inspections. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the recall affects smoked bacon made by Maple Leaf Foods that was imported from Canada and distributed to Grocery Outlet locations and other businesses in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.

The USDA identified 12,036 pounds of product subject to the recall. The affected items were sold under the Royale and TOP VALU brand names and carry sell-by dates in early September 2026. While no illnesses have been reported in connection with the products, the USDA has classified the recall as high-risk due to the lack of required reinspection at the border.

Shoppers in Southwest Washington who visit Grocery Outlet should check their refrigerators for the following 12-ounce vacuum-sealed packages:

• Royale Natural Applewood Smoked All Natural Uncured Bacon with sell-by dates of Sept. 1, 2026, and Sept. 7, 2026.
• TOP VALU Uncured Hardwood Smoked Bacon with sell-by dates of Sept. 1, Sept. 2, Sept. 4, Sept. 5, and Sept. 7, 2026.

The recalled products bear the Canadian establishment number EST. 1 printed on the side of the package. The health certificate number 2026-S732971612 is also associated with the master case boxes.

The USDA advises consumers who have purchased these products not to consume them. The bacon should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

Source: Check your fridge: Major bacon recall announced for Oregon and Washington