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USA Today
5 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Instant coffee sold nationwide recalled for possible glass pieces
Instant coffee sold at Dollar General stores nationwide is being recalled due to potential glass contamination, according to a notice shared by the Food and Drug Administration. Dollar General Corporation initiated the recall on Monday, Aug. 11, saying in an announcement that a customer had reported the presence of glass fragments in their coffee grounds to a store employee. The company is investigating the cause of the contamination with knowledge of the FDA, it said. The coffee was sold in stores nationwide except for Alaska and Hawaii. Here's what to know about the recall. Which Dollar General coffee products are recalled? The recalled products include 8-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee packages with certain lot numbers and best-by dates, which can be found around the neck of the bottle. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Impacted units have a package UPC of 876941004069 and the following lot numbers and best-by dates: Lot: L-5163 / Best By 12/13/2026 Lot: L-5164 / Best by 12/13/2026 Lot: L-5165 / Best by 12/14/2026 What to do if you have recalled coffee If you have a package of the recalled coffee at home, do not use it and discard it immediately. Dollar General warned that accidentally ingesting glass fragments may cause injury, including damage to teeth, mouth and throat, lacerations or perforation of the intestine. No injuries have been reported thus far. After throwing out the coffee, customers can contact Dollar General via email at customercare@ or by phone at 1-888-309-9030 from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. CT seven days a week to request a full refund.
Indianapolis Star
6 days ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Dollar General recalls instant coffee sold nationwide for possible glass pieces
Instant coffee sold at Dollar General stores nationwide is being recalled due to potential glass contamination, according to a notice shared by the Food and Drug Administration. Dollar General Corporation initiated the recall on Monday, Aug. 11, saying in an announcement that a customer had reported the presence of glass fragments in their coffee grounds to a store employee. The company is investigating the cause of the contamination with knowledge of the FDA, it said. The coffee was sold in stores nationwide except for Alaska and Hawaii. Here's what to know about the recall. The recalled products include 8-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee packages with certain lot numbers and best-by dates, which can be found around the neck of the bottle. Impacted units have a package UPC of 876941004069 and the following lot numbers and best-by dates: If you have a package of the recalled coffee at home, do not use it and discard it immediately. Dollar General warned that accidentally ingesting glass fragments may cause injury, including damage to teeth, mouth and throat, lacerations or perforation of the intestine. No injuries have been reported thus far.
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Dollar General recalls instant coffee sold nationwide for possible glass pieces
Instant coffee sold at Dollar General stores nationwide is being recalled due to potential glass contamination, according to a notice shared by the Food and Drug Administration. Dollar General Corporation initiated the recall on Monday, Aug. 11, saying in an announcement that a customer had reported the presence of glass fragments in their coffee grounds to a store employee. The company is investigating the cause of the contamination with knowledge of the FDA, it said. The coffee was sold in stores nationwide except for Alaska and Hawaii. Here's what to know about the recall. Which Dollar General coffee products are recalled? The recalled products include 8-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee packages with certain lot numbers and best-by dates, which can be found around the neck of the bottle. Impacted units have a package UPC of 876941004069 and the following lot numbers and best-by dates: What to do if you have recalled coffee If you have a package of the recalled coffee at home, do not use it and discard it immediately. Dollar General warned that accidentally ingesting glass fragments may cause injury, including damage to teeth, mouth and throat, lacerations or perforation of the intestine. No injuries have been reported thus far. After throwing out the coffee, customers can contact Dollar General via email at customercare@ or by phone at 1-888-309-9030 from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. CT seven days a week to request a full refund.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Nationwide Coffee Recall as Products May Contain Glass
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Dollar General Corporation has recalled select lots of its Clover Valley Instant Coffee products sold nationwide over concerns they may contain glass fragments. The recalled products were sold and distributed exclusively in Dollar General stores between July 9 and 21, the company said in an announcement published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Newsweek contacted Dollar General Corporation for comment via email outside of regular office hours. Stock image. Dollar General Corporation has recalled select lots of its Clover Valley Instant Coffee products over concerns of glass contamination. Stock image. Dollar General Corporation has recalled select lots of its Clover Valley Instant Coffee products over concerns of glass contamination. Lino Mirgeler/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Why It Matters The FDA said that ingesting glass fragments "may cause injury to the consumer." "These injuries may include damage to teeth, laceration of the mouth and throat, or perforation of the intestine," it said. What To Know The recall applies to three lots of Dollar General's eight ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee, with the UPC code: 876941004069. The affected lot numbers and best-by dates are the following: L-5163 - best-by: 12/13/2026 L-5164 - best-by: 12/13/2026 L-5165 - best-by: 12/14/2026 The recalled products were sold and distributed in every state other than Alaska and Hawaii, the FDA said. The recall was initiated after a customer notified Dollar General about the potential issue. As of August 12, no illnesses or injuries had been reported in connection with the products. The company said it was investigating the source of the glass contamination. It also encouraged customers who purchased the affected products to discard them and contact the company for a full refund. What People Are Saying Dollar General Corporation said in a recall announcement that it is "investigating the source of the glass contamination and apologizes for any inconvenience caused." Dr. Mark Fischer, regional medical director at International SOS, told Newsweek previously: "It can be dangerous to consume metals or other foreign objects found in food... [They] can cause cuts or internal injury and may need to be removed via a surgical procedure. If you swallow any foreign objects, it's best to consult a healthcare professional." What Happens Next Dollar General said it was investigating the source of the glass contamination. FDA inspectors are expected to carry out a hazard assessment before issuing one of three risk levels. The three classifications are:
Newsweek
11-08-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Dollar General Fries Recall Issued FDA Risk Warning
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A recall of fries due to potential temperature abuse during shipping has been issued the second-highest risk classification by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dollar General Corporation, headquartered in Tennessee, issued a voluntary recall for numerous products on July 14 due to temperature excursion in one of its shipping trailers. The FDA later issued a Class II risk classification for the recall on August 6. Newsweek contacted Dollar General Corporation for comment by email outside of regular working hours. Why It Matters Temperature abuse of food is dangerous because it can allow harmful bacteria to multiply rapidly, potentially leading to foodborne illnesses. Bacteria grows most rapidly in temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Fahrenheit to 140F, which is often known as the "danger zone," according to the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). Harmful pathogens including E. coli, Salmonella and Listeria can grow to dangerous levels. Salmonella bacteria, for example, can cause gastrointestinal illness and fever called salmonellosis. Symptoms typically develop 12 to 72 hours after infection, and usually last between four and seven days. Typical symptoms include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. People experiencing more severe infections may also suffer high fever, aches, headaches, lethargy, rashes and blood in their urine. Dollar General Corporation issued a voluntary recall for numerous products on July 14 due to temperature excursion in one of its shipping trailers. Dollar General Corporation issued a voluntary recall for numerous products on July 14 due to temperature excursion in one of its shipping trailers. Bernd Weißbrod/picture-alliance/dpa/AP What To Know The products impacted by the recall include the following: Checkers Famous Seasoned Fries - UPC code: 043301305818 Chobani Flip Cookie Dough Greek Yogurt - UPC code: 818290016652 Chobani Vanilla Greek Yogurt - UPC code: 818290010322 Clover Valley Shredded Parmesan Cheese - UPC code: 071505950428 Clover Valley One Dozen Grade A Eggs Large - UPC: 077438599024 Clover Valley 1% Low Fat Chocolate Milk - UPC code: 070744009942 Clover Valley 2% Reduced Fat Milk 1 gallon - UPC code: 070744002202 Clover Valley 2% Reduced Fat Milk 1/2 gallon - UPC code: 070744009652 Clover Valley Lactose Free 2% Reduced Fat Milk - UPC code: 070744010085 Clover Valley Vitamin D Whole Milk, 1 gallon - UPC: 070744002196 Clover Valley Vitamin D Whole Milk, 1/2 gallon - UPC code: 070744009645 Imperial 48% Vegetable Oil Spread Margarine Sticks - UPC code: 011115871324 Milo's Lemonade - UPC code: 091475519005 Milo's Extra Sweet Tea - UPC code: 091475931982 Milo's Famous Sweet Tea - UPC code: 091475511009 Minute Maid Fruit Punch - UPC code: 025000047732 Minute Maid Tropical Punch - UPC code: 025000047695 Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls Original Icing - UPC code: 018000005017 Shamrock Farms Chocolate Rockin' Protein Builder Protein Shake - UPC code: 028300004054 Shamrock Farms Whole Milk - UPC code: 028300000896 Silk Vanilla Almond Milk - UPC code: 025293000995 Simply Orange Pulp Free Orange Juice 1.36 liters - UPC code: 025000136788 Simply Orange Pulp Free Orange Juice 340 ml - UPC code: 025000000249 Twister Fruit Punch - UPC code: 048500021231 Velveeta Slices Sharp Cheddar - UPC code: 021000044894 Yoplait Original Harvest Peach Yogurt - UPC code: 170470003075 Yoplait Original Strawberry Banana Yogurt - UPC code: 170470003136 The products were distributed to retail locations in Louisiana, according to the FDA. What People Are Saying The Food Safety and Inspection Service says on its website: "Bacteria exist everywhere in nature. They are in the soil, air, water and the foods we eat. When bacteria have nutrients (food), moisture, time and favorable temperatures, they grow rapidly, increasing in numbers to the point where some can cause illness. Understanding the important role temperature plays in keeping food safe is critical." It adds: "Bacteria grow most rapidly in the range of temperatures between 40F and 140F, doubling in number in as little as 20 minutes. This range of temperatures is often called the 'Danger Zone'. "Properly handled food stored in a freezer at 0F will be safe. Freezing keeps food safe by slowing the movement of molecules, causing bacteria to enter a dormant stage. Once thawed, these bacteria can again become active and multiply to levels that may lead to foodborne illness. Because bacteria on these foods will grow at about the same rate as they would on fresh food, thawed foods should be handled as any other perishable food. "A temperature of 40F should be maintained in the refrigerator. In contrast to freezer storage, perishable foods will gradually spoil in the refrigerator. Spoilage bacteria will make themselves known in a variety of ways. The food may develop an uncharacteristic odor, color and/or become sticky or slimy. Molds may also grow and become visible. Bacteria capable of causing foodborne illness either don't grow or grow very slowly at refrigerator temperatures." What Happens Next The recall is listed as completed, according to the FDA.
