Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 17, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Palmetto Gourmet Foods
- 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
- Palmetto Gourmet Foods
- Product type
- Instant Ramen Noodles
- Model numbers
- Best By Date before 01/15/2027
- Sizes
- 3oz
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- Nationwide
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 17, 2026
Reported by FDA FOOD
March 18, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 21, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Product contains undeclared Yellow #5
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Palmetto Gourmet Foods Inc. for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
This is an instant ramen product sold in 3 oz packages. The product is intended as a quick meal option and is distributed across many states.
Why This Is Dangerous
Undeclared Yellow #5 tartrazine on the label presents a chemical-hazard concern for sensitive individuals. No other ingredients were implicated.
Industry Context
This recall is not indicated as part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Nearly 13 million packages recalled; consumers should check labels and best-by dates to avoid exposure to undeclared color additives.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check UPC: 8-10037-81004-2 on the package
- Verify product name: Vegetarian Chicken Flavor Ramen Express
- Confirm Best By Date: before 01/15/2027
- Look for label missing Yellow #5 declaration
Where to find product info
UPC and Best By Date are on the packaging; label should declare all ingredients
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically take several weeks after claim submission
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with Palmetto Gourmet Foods
- If unresolved, file a complaint with consumer protection agencies or CPSC guidance
How to prevent similar issues
- Always read ingredient labels for color additives such as Yellow #5
- Be cautious of unfamiliar brands with broad distributions
- Prefer brands listing complete ingredient information and color additives
Documentation advice
Keep packaging, receipt, and all correspondence; take photos of the label and UPC
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Product Details
UPC: 8-10037-81004-2. Net weight: 3 oz (85 g). Produced by Palmetto Gourmet Foods, Inc., Saluda, SC 29138. Best By Date: All products with Best By Date before 01/15/2027. Quantity: 12,944,644 pkgs. Distribution: States listed include AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI. Recall date: 2026-01-17. Status: ACTIVE.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Net weight 3 oz (85 g) per pkg
- Best By Date before 01/15/2027
- Contains Wheat and Soy
- Tartrazine (Yellow #5) undeclared on label
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