The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0024-2025·Announced 2024-10-16

Gelato Ice Cream Recalled for Possible Container Fragmentation

ALCAS USA CORP. is recalling gelato ice cream packaged in compostable tubs due to possible fragmentation of the container material. Affected products were distributed in the USA, Cayman Islands, and Canada.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class III FDA recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard—possible fragmentation of the compostable container—is theoretical and has not resulted in documented consumer harm.

Plain-English summary

ALCAS USA CORP. is recalling gelato ice cream packaged in compostable tubs labeled YETI BIO. The affected products come in four sizes: 350g (16.90 fl. oz.), 500g (25.36 fl. oz.), 750g (33.81 fl. oz.), and 1000g (50.72 fl. oz.). A total of 834 tubs are subject to this recall.

The recall is being issued due to possible fragmentation of the compostable material used to manufacture the container tubs. Fragments of the tub material could contaminate the gelato.

The affected gelato was distributed in the USA, Cayman Islands, and Canada. The product codes involved in this recall are 305002070, 305002080, 305002090, and 305002100.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Dispose of the remaining gelato and tub. Contact ALCAS USA CORP. with any questions or concerns regarding this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Gelato ice cream packaged in Compostable Tubs which are labeled in part Vaschetta Accoppiata Compostabile . The gelato is packaged in four (4) sizes of Compostable Tubs: COMPOSTABLE YETI TUB 350 GR/ 500 CC (M) (16.90 fl. oz.) COMPOSTABLE YETI TUB 500 Gr/750 CC (25.36 fl. oz.)
Manufacturer
ALCAS USA CORP.
Category
Food — Ice Cream / Frozen Dessert
Hazard
  • fragmentation
  • choking
  • foreign-material

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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