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Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice Recalled for Glass Fragments in 9.9 Million Pounds (2026)

Ajinomoto Foods North America recalled Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice sold at Trader Joe's nationwide after glass fragments were found in the product. The contamination involves glass shards ranging from 1 to 3 cm long and 2 to 4 mm wide. Consumers should not eat this product and should contact Ajinomoto Foods North America for refunds or replacements.

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

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

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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

  1. Look for Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice in 1 lb bags.
  2. Check the bag UPC 00521482 and the case UPC 10052148200001.
  3. 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.

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

  • 9,885,240 lbs recalled
  • 411,885 cases recalled
  • Best By Dates: 2/28/2026 to 11/19/2026
  • UPC Bag: 00521482
  • Case UPC: 10052148200001
  • 24 bags per case

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
LACERATIONOTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

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
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
April 1, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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