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FDA Classifies Recall of Ore-Ida and Sysco Tater Tots Over Plastic Risk in 26 States

The FDA deems the risk a Class II recall for possible hard plastic fragments.

Overview

  • McCain Foods USA initiated a voluntary recall covering about 38,853 cases of Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.
  • Shipments reached 26 states, and the listed 30‑lb and 6/5‑lb case formats indicate both retail and foodservice distribution.
  • The recall began on December 3 and received a Class II designation on January 6, signaling potential temporary or medically reversible health effects.
  • The notice details item numbers, UPCs and batch or production codes for the affected lots under both brands.
  • No illnesses have been reported to date; consumers are advised to discard or return impacted products, and the companies did not immediately comment.