FDA Recall Watch: Straus Family Creamery Ice Cream Recalled in 17 States After Metal Fragments Concern
Straus Family Creamery has voluntarily recalled select organic ice cream flavors in pints and quarts after the FDA said there may be potential metal fragments in the product. If you keep ice cream in the freezer for family desserts or last-minute treats, this is one to check now.
The recall covers specific Straus Family Creamery products identified by flavor, package size, best-by date, and UPC. It is not a blanket recall of every Straus item, so the safest approach is to compare the details on your carton against the FDA notice before serving any of it.
What to check in your freezer
According to the FDA, the recall involves select flavors of organic ice cream sold in pints and quarts. The affected items were distributed in 17 states. Consumers should look for the exact product names, package sizes, best-by dates, and UPCs listed in the FDA recall notice.
The FDA notice lists the affected identifiers, including:
- Brand: Straus Family Creamery
- Product type: Organic ice cream
- Package sizes: Pints and quarts
- Reason: Potential presence of metal fragments
- Distribution: 17 states
Because the recall is tied to specific identifiers, a quick label check matters. If the flavor, size, best-by date, or UPC on your carton matches the FDA notice, treat it as recalled.
What the FDA says to do
Do not eat the product. Discard it. Do not return it to the store unless the company or FDA notice specifically says otherwise. If you already served it, stop using the container and check the rest of the package details against the recall listing.
The FDA notice says no injuries or adverse events have been reported at this time, which is reassuring, but it does not change the action step for shoppers: if it matches, throw it away and move on.
Simple freezer-check tip
If you are sorting the freezer tonight, start with any Straus Family Creamery pints or quarts, then check the flavor name, package size, best-by date, and UPC on the carton. When a recall uses multiple identifiers, matching all of them is the fastest way to know whether a product is affected.
For the exact list of affected flavors and codes, use the FDA recall notice as the source of truth. That is the best place to confirm whether a carton in your freezer is included.
If you find a match, discard it and choose a different dessert for the night. A quick label check now can save a lot of uncertainty later.
