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Ajinomoto Foods North America Recalls 35,955 Pounds of Japanese-Style Fried Rice for Glass Contamin‑

Ajinomoto Foods North America recalled 35,955 pounds of Ajinomoto Japanese-Style Vegetable Fried Rice distributed by multiple retailers in 43 states after glass fragments were found in the product. The glass pieces measure 1 to 3 cm long and 2 to 4 mm wide. Consumers who bought the product should not eat it and should contact Ajinomoto Foods North America for a refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 3, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Ajinomoto Foods North America
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
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

This product is a frozen, ready-to-heat Japanese-style vegetable fried rice with hijiki seaweed and other vegetables. Consumers buy it for convenience as a meal or side dish.

Why This Is Dangerous

Glass fragments pose a laceration risk and could require medical treatment if ingested or encountered during preparation.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

The hazard is immediate if contaminated product is consumed or handled. No injuries reported so far, but consumers risk serious cuts.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Best By date on packaging: 8/21/2026
  2. Look for UPC 071757508934
  3. Confirm case UPC 10071757508931
  4. Note packaging: flexible bags in master case or cartons in master case

Where to find product info

Recall notice and lot information available via FDA enforcement page H-0594-2026

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing typically 4-8 weeks

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • File a complaint with the consumer protection agency in your state
  • Keep copies of all communications
  • Document batch numbers and packaging details

How to prevent similar issues

  • Inspect packaging for damage before heating
  • Avoid purchasing frozen meals with hijiki seaweed if you are concerned about contaminants
  • Review recall notices for any other Ajinomoto products
  • Consider purchasing from retailers with strong recall remediation policies

Documentation advice

Keep product packaging, UPC, and lot/date information; save receipts and correspondence with Ajinomoto.

Product Details

Model/lot info: Best By Date 8/21/2026. Net weight: 17 oz per package. Packaging: flexible bags in a master case or flexible bags in cartons in a master case. Cases per master: 8.5 lb case. UPC: 071757508934. Case UPC: 10071757508931. 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. Sold in frozen form; fully cooked to 165 F before eating.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 35,955 pounds recalled (4,230 cases)
  • 17 oz packages
  • Best By Date 8/21/2026
  • UPC 071757508934; Case UPC 10071757508931
  • Distributed in 43 states
  • Packaging: flexible bags in master case or cartons in master case
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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product TypeFrozen fried rice
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
Best By Date: 8/21/2026
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
April 1, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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