WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued an update regarding a white rice recall first announced in April, reminding consumers about a product that was distributed across 13 states because of concerns over possible contamination with foreign materials.

Lundberg Family Farms recalled more than 27,000 packages of its White Jasmine Rice after concerns were raised about potential foreign material contamination. The affected product was sold in 2-pound bags.

The recall involves specific lot codes and a particular product UPC, meaning consumers who still have the rice at home can check the packaging to determine whether their product is included.

According to the FDA’s updated recall information, the affected rice was distributed across a broad portion of the United States.

Recalled Rice Distributed in 13 States

The affected Lundberg Family Farms White Jasmine Rice was distributed in California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

The product was also sold through major grocery and retail chains, including Wegmans, Walmart, Target, Whole Foods and Giant.

Consumers who purchased the product should check their pantry or kitchen storage areas for the recalled packages, particularly if they bought White Jasmine Rice in a 2-pound bag.

The FDA’s update provides specific identifying information to help shoppers determine whether their package is part of the recall.

Check the UPC, Lot Codes and Best-By Dates

The recalled product carries the UPC 073416-040281.

Two lot codes are included in the recall:

• 260201MA — Best-by date: February 1, 2027
• 260202MA — Best-by date: February 2, 2027

Consumers should compare these details with the packaging they have at home.

The concern involves possible foreign material contamination, making the lot and product information particularly important when determining whether a package is affected.

The recall was voluntary and involved a specific production run rather than the company’s entire line of rice products.

Lundberg Says Product Was Removed From Shelves

In a statement issued August 29, a spokesperson for Lundberg Family Farms said the affected product had already been taken off store shelves.

“The affected product was removed from store shelves several months ago,” the spokesperson said.

The company also emphasized that the issue was limited in scope.

“The incident was isolated to a single production run, and no illnesses were reported from consumption of the affected product.”

That means the company has not received reports of illnesses linked to consumption of the recalled rice. The latest statement also provides additional context as the FDA continues to list the recall in its records.

FDA Classifies Recall as Class II

The FDA has classified the recall as Class II, a designation used when a recalled product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the likelihood of serious health consequences is considered remote.

The classification does not mean that every package of the product is dangerous. Rather, it reflects the FDA’s assessment of the potential risk associated with the recalled product.

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The agency’s classification provides consumers with additional information about the nature of the recall while the affected lot codes remain the key way to identify the specific products involved.

Recall Was First Announced in April

The same product and lot codes were initially subject to a voluntary recall announced by Wegmans on April 4. At that time, the retailer did not disclose the specific states where the affected rice had been distributed.

Lundberg Family Farms previously said that no injuries had been reported in connection with the potential contamination following the initial announcement.

With the FDA now providing updated distribution information, consumers in the 13 affected states have more details to determine whether they may have purchased the recalled rice.

Anyone who finds a package matching the recalled UPC, lot code and best-by date should avoid consuming it and follow the recall instructions provided by the retailer or manufacturer.

Do you still have this rice in your pantry? Check the package details and share this recall update with anyone who may have purchased it.