The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0782-2025·Announced 2025-05-21

Country Rich Vanilla Ice Cream recalled for possible plastic contamination

Wells Enterprises is recalling Country Rich Vanilla Ice Cream 3-gallon tubs due to possible plastic foreign material in the product. Consumers should not consume affected items.

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: This FDA Class II recall involves a foreign object (plastic) that could cause choking or injury if consumed. Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the potential for harm from plastic contamination in ice cream warrants a High severity rating per the rubric criterion for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Country Rich Vanilla Ice Cream (3-gallon tubs) manufactured by Wells Enterprises, Inc. is being recalled due to the possible presence of plastic foreign material in the product. This contamination poses a potential choking hazard.

The recall affects 240 3-gallon tubs distributed to 103 distribution centers across the United States. The affected product can be identified by the lot code: Jet Code 3G CR VANILLA 1CS LOT50085 HH 19115 18:00 5108, with a "Best If Used By" date of October 17, 2026.

Consumers should check their freezers for the affected product and not consume it. Anyone who has consumed this product and has concerns should consult a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Country Rich Vanilla Ice Cream, 3 GAL, Wells Enterprises, INC dba Wells Dairy, Inc Le Mars, IA 51031, UPC: 070640600052, Item: 102010
Manufacturer
Wells Enterprises, Inc.
Category
Food — Frozen Dairy / Ice Cream
Hazard
  • plastic
  • choking

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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