Ice Cream Recalled Nationwide: Full List of Products Affected
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Wells Enterprises, also known as Wells Dairy, has issued a voluntary recall of 22 varieties of ice cream and frozen yogurt products distributed to more than 100 facilities across the U.S., citing the possible presence of plastic in the frozen goods.
The recall, initiated on April 25 by the Iowa-based company, has been classified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as Class II, indicating that the consumption of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, though the probability of serious harm is remote.
Newsweek has contacted Wells Enterprises Inc. outside regular working hours for comment via email.
Why It Matters
The recall involves potential contamination with hard plastic, a material that poses a risk of dental injury or choking if consumed.
Product recalls are issued when a food manufacturer or government agency determines that a product may pose a risk to consumers. These risks can include contamination with foreign materials, undeclared allergens or potential exposure to harmful bacteria, such as salmonella or listeria.
Recalls are typically classified by severity, and while not all involve immediate danger, they are carried out as a precaution to protect public health.
A stock image of two flavors of ice cream on a cone.
A stock image of two flavors of ice cream on a cone.
Jan Woitas/dpa via AP
What To Know
The affected products, sold in 3-gallon containers, were distributed to 103 centers nationwide, including restaurants, cafeterias and food service operations.
Though the risk is not deemed life-threatening, the possible ingestion of plastic poses safety concerns.
The recall affects numerous flavors and brands, including private-label and partner-distributed products. The single largest affected lot consists of 5,280 tubs of "Vanilla Frozen Yogurt" product.
All affected items feature "Best If Used By" dates ranging from March to October 2026. Here is the complete list of recalled products:
Rocky Road Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050314, Lot 50009
Mocha Almond Fudge Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050420, Lot 50016
Peanut Butter 'N Fudge Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050574, Lot 50012
Country Rich Vanilla Ice Cream, UPC: 070640600052, Lot 50085
Scooper Hero Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050642, Lot 50011
Cotton Candy Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050482, Lot 50018
GFGB Vanilla Bean Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640000272, Lot 50024
Quick Blend Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640050604, Lot 50034
Planet Smoothie ZSA Vanilla Fat Free Frozen Yogurt, UPC: 070640005567, Lot 50014
Johnny Rockets Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640006564, Lot 50029
BIPC Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640008025, Lot 50024
Vanilla Frozen Yogurt, UPC: 00070640022144, Lot 50002
Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640022250, Lot 50005
GFGB 12 Percent Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 070640018451, Lot 50004
Gordon Choice Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 00093901820730, Lot 50003
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (Madagascar Vanilla), UPC: 50758108658085, Lot 50026
Glenview Farms Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 50758108118398, Lot 50066
Glenview Farms Chocolate Ice Cream, UPC: 50758108118404, Lot 50033
Glenview Farms French Vanilla Ice Cream, UPC: 50758108392668, Lot 50015
Sysco French Vanilla Ice Cream, UPC: 00074865257275, Lot 50025
Keith Valley Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 046045065871, Lot 50004
Ellington Farms Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, UPC: 046045065833, Lot 50003
Each entry on the recall list notes the presence of foreign plastic material as the underlying cause. The recall remains ongoing, according to classification information published by the FDA.
What Happens Next
Consumers and distributors are urged to check batch codes carefully and remove any affected inventory from circulation.
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