Hearty Acquisitions Inc., based in Brooklyn, New York, has initiated a recall for its pints of tomato basil with rice soup due to the presence of undeclared soy originating from another product, specifically the butternut squash bisque.
On Friday, Hearty Acquisitions announced the recall of 16-ounce containers of tomato basil with rice soup with an expiration date of March 3, 2024.
In an official statement, the company specified that the affected soup was distributed locally within the state of New York, encompassing various stores such as Food Garden Market, Windsor Market, Lincoln Market, and Food Universe.
Individuals with soy allergies face the potential of experiencing severe or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Hearty Acquisitions Alerts on Soy Allergy Risks
In a statement posted on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website, Hearty Acquisitions emphasized that individuals with soy allergies face the potential of experiencing severe or life-threatening allergic reactions upon consuming the implicated products.
The recall is specifically associated with Hearty Acquisitions’ 16-ounce containers set to expire on March 22.
The impacted items were distributed to various retail outlets in New York, including Food Garden Market, Windsor Market, Lincoln Market, and Food Universe.
The company based in Brooklyn conveyed that the item is packaged in a 16-ounce transparent plastic container identified as ‘Tomato Basil With Rice 3/22/2024,’ featuring lot number #03222024 on the top side lid.
Additionally, it bears an expiration date of 03/22/2024 and has the UPC 635508547872.
Product Recall Alert: Dispose or Return for Full Refund
Customers who have acquired the product are advised to either discard it or return it to the point of purchase for a complete reimbursement.
Recalls within the food sector are a routine occurrence, typically initiated when a product poses potential harm to consumers.
This may result from inaccuracies in ingredient listings or insufficient disclosure of allergens.
In severe instances, companies may detect harmful bacteria, such as salmonella, known to cause foodborne illnesses, leading to hospitalization or, in extreme cases, fatalities.
