The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0755-2025·Announced 2025-05-14

Frozen Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties recalled for plastic contamination

Lamb Weston frozen hashbrown patties are being recalled due to plastic contamination. Approximately 3,789 cases contain 1-8mm plastic pieces posing a potential choking hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall for physical contamination (plastic pieces) in frozen food. Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the presence of hard foreign material in an edible product poses a direct risk of physical injury through choking.

Plain-English summary

Lamb Weston Inc. is recalling approximately 3,789 cases of frozen Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties (Item M7422) due to the presence of plastic pieces in the product. The recalled product is sold in cases of 6 bags, with each bag weighing 3.5 pounds.

The foreign material was discovered to measure between 1mm and 8mm in size. Consumption of contaminated product poses a potential choking hazard to consumers.

The affected product was distributed in Arizona and Hawaii, as well as to international locations including Japan, Kuwait, Taiwan, and the United Arab Emirates. Product codes are listed in the recall details for consumer identification.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and dispose of it safely, or contact Lamb Weston Inc. for return instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Item M7422, frozen foodservice Lamb Weston Hashbrown Patties LW Formed Oval 6/3.5LB bags per case. GTIN*10044979922687. Made in USA.
Manufacturer
LAMB WESTON Inc
Hazard
  • plastic-contamination
  • choking

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (9)

  • 09503223
  • 09503233
  • 09503232
  • 09503243
  • 09503253
  • 09503263
  • 09503273
  • 09503282
  • 09503283

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.