Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 26, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Zarlengo Italian Ice
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 2 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS
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
- Zarlengo Italian Ice
- Product type
- Gelato
- Model numbers
- Lot Codes: 6 fl oz cups--- 00226, 03026, 05426, 33825 16 fl oz (or pint) -- 33825 1 gallon--05726
- Sizes
- 6 fl oz, 16 fl oz, 32 fl oz, 1 gallon
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- IL, TX
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
March 26, 2026
Reported by FDA FOOD
April 15, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 22, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Soy Lecithin listed in ingredients statement, but Soy is not mentioned in the contains statement.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Zarlengo Italian Ice for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Zarlengo Italian Ice Chocolate Gelato is a frozen dessert offered in various sizes for retail sale. It is produced and distributed regionally.
Why This Is Dangerous
The labeling omission could mislead consumers with soy allergies or sensitivities about soy content.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
The recall could affect people with soy allergies or sensitivities and cause unused product waste if not returned.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Identify packaging by size and lot code.
- Compare lot code to those listed in the recall.
- Look for mention of soy or soy lecithin in ingredients vs. contains statement.
Where to find product info
FDA recall page H-0651-2026 and Zarlengo Italian Ice recall communications.
What timeline to expect
Refund or replacement processing timelines are determined by the company; typical timelines range several weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- File a formal complaint with FDA/CPSC if necessary
- Seek third-party mediation or consumer protection help
How to prevent similar issues
- Carefully review allergen statements on labels
- Verify contains statements align with ingredients list
- Contact manufacturers for clarification on allergen disclosures in future purchases
Documentation advice
Keep packaging, receipts, and all recall communications; document dates and names of contacts.
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Product Details
Brand: Zarlengo Italian Ice. Product: Chocolate Gelato. Sizes: 6 fl oz cups, 16 fl oz cups, 32 fl oz cups, 1-gallon bucket/pail. Packaging: Clear freezer grade PET cups with peelable lid; 16 oz and 32 oz in translucent HDPE containers with lids; 1-gallon HDPE bucket with tamper-resistant lid. Net weights: 6 fl oz cups. Lot Codes: 6 fl oz cups — 00226, 03026, 05426; 16 fl oz — 33825; 1 gallon — 05726. Distribution: Illinois, Indiana, Texas. Recall Date: 2026-03-26. Status: Active. Hazard Level as stated: High.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data.
Key Facts
- 757 total units recalled
- Sizes include 6 fl oz, 16 oz, 32 oz, 1 gallon
- Distribution in IL, IN, TX
- Hazard: soy lecithin labeling discrepancy
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