White Rice Recall California: 54,000+ Pounds of Jasmine Rice Pulled From Store Shelves
If you've got a bag of jasmine rice sitting in your pantry, now's the time to check it. The FDA has issued a recall covering more than 54,000 pounds of white jasmine rice sold across at least 13 states, including California, over concerns about potential contamination with foreign materials, according to early reports.
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This is a developing story and details are still coming in, but California shoppers are directly in the affected zone. The recall scope has been expanding, with the FDA initially flagging sales in a handful of Southern states before widening the net significantly. It's not clear yet which specific California retailers carried the affected product, so checking your bag now is the safest move.
Foreign material contamination means physical objects that don't belong in food, things like plastic, metal, or other debris that can pose a choking or injury risk. No injuries have been confirmed in the headlines available at this time.
What We Know So Far
The recall covers jasmine rice varieties, and the total weight flagged has surpassed 54,000 pounds, according to reports from Delish and People. The FDA has been actively updating its guidance as the situation develops. At least 13 states are now included in the recall's reach.
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What California Shoppers Should Do
Pull out any jasmine rice you've recently purchased and look at the brand, lot number, and packaging details. The FDA's recall database at FDA.gov is your best source for the specific brands and UPC codes affected. If your product matches, don't eat it. Most recalls like this come with instructions to toss the product or return it to the store for a refund.
Check Back for Updates
This story is still breaking. The recall appears to be expanding, and additional details about which brands and stores are affected in California could come out at any time. CALWIRE will update as more information is confirmed by the FDA.