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Ben’s Original Issues Targeted Recall of Ready Rice Batches Over Stone Contamination

No illnesses have been reported, with the action limited to listed lots carrying August 2026 dates.

Overview

  • The voluntary recall covers limited Long Grain White, Whole Grain Brown, and Long Grain & Wild Ready Rice due to possible small, naturally occurring stones from the farm.
  • Impacted batch codes include 533ELGRV22 and 534ALGRV22 for Long Grain White; 534AMGRV22, 534BMGRV22, and 534DMGRV22 for Brown; and 533BMGRV22, 533CLGRV22, and 533CMGRV22 for Long Grain & Wild, all with best-by dates in August 2026.
  • Affected units were sold at retailers including HEB, Target, United Markets, Amazon, and Piggly Wiggly, though additional outlets may have received product.
  • The company traced distribution of the recalled lots to August–September shipments via Associated Grocers, C&S, and Dot Foods.
  • Ben’s Original is removing affected items from stores and instructs customers to initiate returns via 800-548-6253 during posted hours.