Ice cream recall issued over possible metal fragments with ‘do not eat’ warning
Straus Family Creamery has voluntarily recalled certain flavours of its Organic Super Premium Ice Cream from retailers across 17 US states over possible metal fragment contamination
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Ice cream enthusiasts are being encouraged to inspect their freezers after a popular organic brand recalled several products over fears they may be contaminated with metal fragments.
Straus Family Creamery has voluntarily pulled various flavours of its Organic Super Premium Ice Cream from shelves in 17 US states following reports of potential “metal foreign material” contamination.
The recall impacts selected tubs of Vanilla Bean, Strawberry, Cookie Dough, Dutch Chocolate and Mint Chip ice cream sold in states including California, Florida, Texas, New Jersey and Washington.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed that the affected products were distributed to retailers from 4 May and can be identified by “best by” dates printed on the base of the containers.
No injuries or illnesses associated with the products have been reported so far, but consumers are being cautioned not to eat the ice cream if they have purchased any of the affected batches.
The California-based dairy company stated that the recall was initiated “out of an abundance of caution” and confirmed it is working with retailers to withdraw the products from sale.
Among the recalled products are:
- Vanilla Bean pint tubs with best-by dates of December 23 and December 28, 2026
- Strawberry quart tubs dated December 24, 2026
- Strawberry pint tubs dated December 25, 2026
- Cookie Dough pint tubs dated December 26, 2026
- Dutch Chocolate quart tubs dated December 27, 2026
- Mint Chip pint tubs dated December 30, 2026
Customers have been advised to dispose of the products rather than return them to shops. Straus Family Creamery said those affected can apply for replacement vouchers via the company’s recall website.
