Ajinomoto-linked 47M+ lb frozen-food glass contamination recall [developing]
Key Questions
What is the cause of the recall for Ajinomoto-linked frozen foods?
The recall is due to possible contamination with glass shards from carrots or metal fragments in various products. FSIS, FDA, and CFIA are conducting freezer checks, with no reported illnesses.
Which Trader Joe's products are affected by the recall?
Nearly 10 million pounds of Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice (UPC 00521482, best by Feb-Nov 2026) sold in 43 states including MA, along with Chicken and Japanese Fried Rice totaling about 3.3 million pounds, are recalled due to glass risk.
What pizza and focaccia products are recalled?
Bakkavor and HelloFresh frozen pizza and focaccia products, including over 25,000 cases shipped to 10 states like CT and IL, are recalled for possible metal fragment contamination.
Are Sevillo tomatoes part of this recall?
Yes, 69,000 pounds of Sevillo Roasted Diced Tomatoes are recalled due to possible metal pieces contamination.
How widespread is the recall?
The recall expands to over 47 million pounds of frozen foods, affecting products sold nationwide in 43 states for Trader Joe's rice, 10 states for pizzas, and other areas.
What should consumers do if they have these products?
Check freezers for affected products like Trader Joe's fried rice, HelloFresh pizzas, and Sevillo tomatoes, and discard or return them. No illnesses have been reported.
Which agencies are involved in the investigation?
FSIS, FDA, and CFIA are overseeing the recall and conducting ongoing checks on freezers and products.
Is the situation resolved?
The recall is developing, with expansions ongoing and investigations continuing, but no illnesses have been confirmed.
Expansions to 47M+ lbs incl. 9.8-10M lb TJ Vegetable Fried Rice (UPC 00521482 BB Feb-Nov'26, 43 states incl. MA), Chicken/Japanese Fried Rice, Bakkavor/HelloFresh pizza/focaccia metal lots (10 states incl. IL), Sevillo tomatoes metal 69k lb. Recent TJ bread/focaccia metal reminder. Glass shards from carrots; FSIS/FDA/CFIA freezer checks ongoing, no illnesses.