Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 3, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Ajinomoto Foods North America
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Target, Walmart...
- Geographic Scope
- Nationwide (50 states)
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Ajinomoto Foods North America
- Product type
- Frozen Fried Rice
- Model numbers
- Best By Dates Range: 2/28/2026 to 11/19/2026 Best By Dates: 2/28/2026 3/3/2026 3/4/2026 3/8/2026 3/10/2026 3/17/2026 3/18/2026 3/20/2026 3/22/2026 3/25/2026 3/31/2026 4/1/2026 4/2/2026 4/9/2026 4/10/2026 4/11/2026 4/12/2026 4/23/2026 4/24/2026 4/28/2026 4/29/2026 4/30/2026 5/3/2026 5/8/2026 5/12/2026 5/13/2026 5/14/2026 5/16/2026 5/21/2026 5/22/2026 5/27/2026 5/28/2026 5/29/2026 5/31/2026 6/4/2026 6/14/2026 6/19/2026 6/20/2026 6/26/2026 6/27/2026 7/7/2026 7/10/2026 7/11/2026 7/14/2026 7/21/2026 7/26/2026 7/28/2026 7/30/2026 7/31/2026 8/7/2026 8/8/2026 8/11/2026 8/12/2026 8/18/2026 8/19/2026 8/20/2026 8/21/2026 8/25/2026 8/26/2026 9/2/2026 9/3/2026 9/10/2026 9/11/2026 9/15/2026 9/16/2026 9/17/2026 9/24/2026 9/25/2026 9/29/2026 10/2/2026 10/6/2026 10/7/2026 10/13/2026 10/14/2026 10/18/2026 10/22/2026 10/23/2026 10/25/2026 10/27/2026 11/5/2026 11/6/2026 11/8/2026 11/19/2026
- Sizes
- 1 lb per bag
- Sold at
- Target, Walmart, Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- Nationwide
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
March 3, 2026
Reported by FDA FOOD
April 1, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 8, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Foreign objects are glass varying in size from 1-3cm long and 2-4mm wide.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice is a frozen, ready-to-heat side dish sold through Trader Joe's. The product is distributed nationwide and intended to be stored frozen and cooked to a safe internal temperature before consumption.
Why This Is Dangerous
The presence of glass in a frozen food product can cause cuts and internal injuries if ingested or encountered during handling. Glass fragments can vary in size and may not be visible at first glance.
Industry Context
This recall is part of a broader industry pattern of glass contamination risk in frozen food packaging. Consumers should inspect packaging and avoid consuming recalled items.
Real-World Impact
The recall affects a large volume of product sold nationwide. Consumers should take immediate precautions to avoid injury and pursue refunds or replacements.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Look for Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice in 1 lb bags.
- Check the bag UPC 00521482 and the case UPC 10052148200001.
- Verify Best By Dates from 2/28/2026 through 11/19/2026.
Where to find product info
UPC on bag label and Case UPC on master carton. Best By date stamped on packaging.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-6 weeks after submitting recall claim.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with the company.
- Escalate to FDA recall contacts or consumer protection agencies if there is no response.
- Consider legal counsel for unresolved issues after a reasonable period.
How to prevent similar issues
- Always check UPCs and best-by dates when buying frozen fried rice.
- Follow recall updates from the FDA and the company notice.
- Ask for receipts or proof of purchase if seeking refunds.
Documentation advice
Keep product packaging, receipts, and all correspondence. Take photos of UPCs, dates, and product condition.
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Product Details
Item: Trader Joe’s Vegetable Fried Rice. Net weight: 1 lb per bag. Packaging: flexible bags in a master case or flexible bags in cartons in a master case. 24 bags per case. Case UPC: 10052148200001. Retail bag UPC: 00521482. Distribution: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY. Best By Dates Range: 2/28/2026 to 11/19/2026. Total quantity recalled: 9,885,240 lbs (411,885 cases). Storage: Frozen. Cooking: Fully cook to 165F before eating.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Best By Dates: 2/28/2026 to 11/19/2026
- 24 bags per case
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