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Straus Family Creamery has initiated a voluntary recall of select organic ice cream products after discovering the potential presence of metal foreign material in certain production runs. The move affects multiple flavors and package sizes that reached store shelves starting May 4. No injuries have been reported so far, yet the company is acting quickly to remove the items from circulation. The recall covers distribution across seventeen states and involves both pint and quart containers.
Scope of the Recall and Distribution
The affected products were shipped to retailers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. This broad geographic reach means consumers in both coastal and inland markets may have purchased the ice cream in recent weeks. The FDA has been notified, and Straus Family Creamery is coordinating directly with retailers to clear shelves of the implicated lots.
Because the products carry best-by dates in late December 2026, many units remain in homes or freezers well beyond the initial distribution period. The company emphasized that the recall targets only specific production runs rather than the entire product line.
Identifying the Recalled Products
Consumers can check their freezers using the details printed on the container. The ice cream comes in paper cups with a seal and lid, labeled as Straus Family Creamery Organic Super Premium Ice Cream. The following table outlines the exact combinations of flavor, size, best-by date, and UPC code included in the recall.
| Product | Container Size | Best By Date | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Cream Vanilla Bean | Pint | 23-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10030-6 |
| Ice Cream Vanilla Bean | Pint | 28-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10030-6 |
| Ice Cream Strawberry | Quart | 24-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10097-9 |
| Ice Cream Strawberry | Pint | 25-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10095-5 |
| Ice Cream Cookie Dough | Pint | 26-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10104-4 |
| Ice Cream Dutch Chocolate | Quart | 27-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10012-2 |
| Ice Cream Mint Chip | Pint | 30-Dec-2026 | 7-84830-10050-4 |
Any product matching one of these entries should be discarded immediately. The company has not issued replacement instructions at this stage and instead directs customers to dispose of the items safely.
Company and Regulatory Response
Straus Family Creamery stated that it is working closely with retailers to ensure the recalled ice cream is removed from sale. The firm has also informed the FDA, which is monitoring the situation as part of its standard oversight of food safety recalls. This coordinated approach reflects standard industry practice when foreign material is detected in finished products.
Retailers in the listed states have begun pulling the affected stock, though some locations may still have inventory on hand. Shoppers are encouraged to contact their local store for confirmation before purchasing any Straus Family Creamery organic ice cream in the coming days.
What Consumers Should Do Next
Anyone who purchased the recalled ice cream is advised to throw it away rather than attempt to return it. Checking the best-by date and UPC code provides the clearest way to determine whether a container is part of the recall. Families with young children or individuals who may have already consumed some of the product should monitor for any unusual symptoms and consult a physician if concerns arise.
The recall serves as a reminder that even premium organic brands maintain rigorous quality checks and act promptly when issues surface. Consumers can stay informed by visiting the company website or following updates from the FDA for any additional details that may emerge.
