Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 3, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Ajinomoto Foods North America
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Unknown
- 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 If Use By Dates Range: 03/03/2026 to 01/22/2027 Best By Dates: 3/3/2026 3/11/2026 3/17/2026 4/7/2026 4/22/2026 4/28/2026 5/5/2026 7/15/2026 8/1/2026 8/4/2026 8/18/2026 9/3/2026 9/5/2026 10/2/2026 10/13/2026 11/20/2026 11/21/2026 11/22/2026 12/12/2026 12/13/2026 1/5/2027 1/21/2027 1/22/2027
- Sizes
- 22 oz
- Sold at
- Unknown
- 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
This product is a frozen fried rice item sold under Kroger’s store brand, produced by Ajinomoto Foods North America. Consumers typically buy it as a quick, ready-to-heat meal.
Why This Is Dangerous
Glass fragments in food can cause mouth and throat injuries and potential internal injuries if swallowed. The fragments measured 1–3 cm by 2–4 mm.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader pattern in the provided information.
Real-World Impact
Consumers may have to discard affected product and seek refunds. The recall could affect household budgets and require checks of freezer inventory.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check item number 81153 on the package.
- Inspect Best By dates between 03/03/2026 and 01/22/2027.
Where to find product info
Best By date and UPCs are printed on the front of the package and on the master case.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically processed within 4-8 weeks after the remedy request.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all attempts to contact Ajinomoto Foods North America.
- File a complaint with consumer protection agencies if needed.
- Consider escalation steps such as contacting the retailer or regulator.
How to prevent similar issues
- Inspect frozen meals for packaging integrity before purchase.
- Shop for store-brand frozen fried rice from known brands with transparent recalls.
- Register product recalls with retailer newsletters to receive updates.
Documentation advice
Keep the product, packaging, UPC codes, and any correspondence with the company. Take photos of the packaging and date codes.
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Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Best By Dates range 03/03/2026 to 01/22/2027
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