Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the recall of more than 184,000 cans of Amy’s Organic Lentil Soup after a packaging defect raised concerns that the products could spoil before their expiration date.
The recall affects Amy’s Organic Soups Lentil Light in Sodium and includes products distributed across 28 states and parts of Canada.
While no illnesses have been reported, officials say the recall was issued as a precaution to protect consumers from potentially spoiled food.
Why the Lentil Soup Is Being Recalled
According to the FDA, the recall involves a limited number of canned soups that may have a defective pull-tab lid.
Amy’s Kitchen explained that the packaging issue could compromise the seal on the cans, allowing the soup to spoil before it is opened.
In a statement provided to NBC Bay Area, the company said:
“The defect could cause the product to spoil, and the decision was made out of an abundance of caution to ensure the quality and safety of our products.”
The FDA first issued the recall alert on June 22, and officially classified it as a Class II recall on July 14.
A Class II recall means the affected product could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, while the likelihood of serious health consequences is considered low.
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Which States Are Affected?
The recalled soup was sold in the following states:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.
The products were also distributed to parts of Canada.
Consumers in these areas are encouraged to check their pantries for the affected cans.
How to Identify the Recalled Soup
The recall involves approximately 15,350 cases, with 12 cans per case, totaling more than 184,000 cans.
The affected product is:
Amy’s Organic Soups – Lentil Light in Sodium
Consumers should look for cans marked with the following expiration information:
- Best Before: April 2027
If your can matches this date, officials recommend not consuming the product until additional guidance is provided by the manufacturer or retailer.
What Consumers Should Do
Although no injuries or illnesses have been linked to the recalled soup, the FDA advises consumers to exercise caution because spoiled canned food can present health risks.
Customers who purchased the affected soup should check the product’s packaging carefully and follow any return or refund instructions provided by the retailer or Amy’s Kitchen.
The company says the recall was initiated out of an abundance of caution and remains focused on ensuring the quality and safety of its products.
Food safety experts also recommend avoiding any canned product that appears swollen, leaking, damaged or has an unusual odor after opening, even if it is not included in a recall.
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