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Ajinomoto Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings Recalled for Glass Contaminants in 36,682 lbs (2026)

Ajinomoto Foods North America recalled 36,682 pounds of Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings distributed nationwide after glass fragments were detected in frozen products. Glass pieces range from 1 to 3 cm long and 2 to 4 mm wide. Consumers should not eat the 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
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

Ajinomoto Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings are frozen dumplings sold for convenient meal preparation. They are designed to be pan-fried, steamed or boiled after freezing.

Why This Is Dangerous

Glass fragments can cause oral injuries, internal cuts, or other harm if swallowed or bitten while consuming or handling the product.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers must discard any affected bags and contact Ajinomoto for refunds or replacements. The issue creates a direct risk of injury during preparation or consumption.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify UPC 071757010109 on the retail bag.
  2. Check Best By dates 4/30/2027 or 7/15/2027.
  3. Inspect case UPC 10071757010106 in the master case.

Where to find product info

UPC and case UPC are on packaging; Best By dates appear on the bag label.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements follow the company’s process. Typical timelines vary by retailer and method of submission.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • File a claim with the company and preserve proof of purchase.
  • If Ajinomoto is slow to respond, contact consumer protection authorities or the CPSC.

How to prevent similar issues

  • When buying frozen dumplings, check for recalls at least quarterly.
  • Verify UPCs and best-by dates before storing.
  • Choose products with clear lot or date codes and intact packaging.

Documentation advice

Keep photos of the package, UPC, case UPC, Best By dates, and correspondence with the company.

Product Details

Product: Ajinomoto Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings Net weight: 24.7 oz per bag UPC: 071757010109 Packaging: flexible bags in a master case or flexible bags in cartons in a master case Case size: 8 bags per case or 12.34 lb per case Case UPC: 10071757010106 Storage: Frozen; cook to 165F before eating Distributed: 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 Recall date: 2026-03-03 Status: Active Hazard: Glass fragments in product Remedy: Refund or replacement Units recalled: 2

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 36,682 lbs recalled
  • 2,973 cases recalled
  • Best By Dates: 4/30/2027 and 7/15/2027
  • UPC: 071757010109
  • Case UPC: 10071757010106
  • Distributed in 40 states
View Original Recall on FDA - Food Safety

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product TypeFrozen Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
Best If Use By Dates: 4/30/2027 7/15/2027
Affected States
Nationwide
Report Date
April 1, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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