The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0074-2021·Announced 2020-11-11

Lidl Organic Butter Microwave Popcorn Recalled for Foreign Material

Lidl US is recalling Organic Butter Microwave Popcorn because a raw ingredient supplier identified foreign material.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves foreign material, which is a low-risk contamination without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the Moderate severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Lidl US, LLC has initiated a recall of Lidl Organic Butter Microwave Popcorn, 3 x 3.3oz, 10 boxes per case and 3 popcorn bags per box. The recall affects 3,782 retail units with Best by/Lot Codes JUL192021N2, JUL232021N2, and AUG182021N2.

The recall was initiated because the raw ingredient supplier for the popcorn has initiated a recall due to foreign material. The product was distributed in stores located in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Consumers should check their pantries for the specific lot codes listed above. If they have the affected product, they should stop using it and follow instructions from the retailer or manufacturer for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Lidl Organic Butter Microwave Popcorn, 3 x 3.3oz, 10 boxes per case and 3 popcorn bags per box .
Manufacturer
Lidl US TRADING
Affected units
3,782

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states: