Attention, America! Popular ice cream company issues nationwide recall — Which products are included?
Wells Enterprises has voluntarily recalled 22 varieties of ice cream and frozen yogurt nationwide after discovering potential contamination with hard plastic, posing a choking hazard to consumers.
Wells Enterprises, or Wells Dairy, voluntarily recalled 22 ice cream and frozen yogurt products distributed to over 100 locations nationwide, due to potential presence of hard plastic pieces. There have been no reported severe injuries. The FDA determined this recall to be Class II, meaning there is a potential risk to health, such as dental damage or chocking,
The affected products include an assortment of well-liked flavors in bulk packaging distributed to restaurants, cafeterias, and food service companies. Consumers are encouraged to be vigilant and to investigate their freezers for any recalled products to immediately stop using, while following Wells Enterprises’ direction on returns and refunds.
Wells Enterprises recalls ice cream products across the U.S.
The recall, initiated on April 25 by the Iowa-based company, has been classified as Class II by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), indicating that while consuming the products may cause temporary or reversible health issues, serious harm is unlikely.
According to Newsweek, the recall involves potential contamination with hard plastic, a material that poses a risk of dental injury or chocking if consumed.
The affected products, sold in 3-gallon containers, were distributed to 103 centers nationwide, including restaurants, cafeterias and food service operations.
Affected items include various flavors and brands, such as private-label and partner-distributed products, with "Best if used by" dates ranging from March to October 2026.
What ice cream products are being recalled?
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.
Though the risk is not deemed life-threatening, the possible ingestion of plastic poses safety concerns.
- 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
Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled products immediately and follow instructions from Wells Enterprises regarding returns and refunds. The recall remains ongoing as the company and FDA continue to investigate.
