FDA Recalls Ice Cream Products Due to Possible Contamination — Details

The recall, which includes products made or distributed by Wells Enterprises, US Foods, Sysco, and others, and was initiated voluntarily by Wells Enterprises, Inc., began on April 25, 2025, and remains active as of this week.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a significant ice cream recall affecting dozens of products sold nationwide. The alert was triggered by potential plastic contamination found in several batches of bulk ice cream products produced and distributed by Wells Enterprises, Inc.

According to the FDA's enforcement report, 22 varieties of ice cream have been recalled, including flavors like Rocky Road, Vanilla Bean, Mocha Almond Fudge, Peanut Butter 'N Fudge, Quick Blend, and Johnny Rockets Vanilla. All were packaged in 3-gallon tubs and sent to 103 distribution centers across the United States.

The recall, initiated voluntarily on April 25, 2025, by Wells Enterprises, is still ongoing. It carries a Class II classification, meaning the affected products could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects, though the likelihood of serious harm is considered low.

The suspected contamination involves foreign plastic material possibly introduced during manufacturing. While no injuries have been reported, the FDA urges businesses and institutions to review inventory for matching lot codes and remove affected items from circulation.

Wells Enterprises, based in Le Mars, Iowa, issued recall notices via email but has not released a formal public press statement. As of May 18, no end date has been listed for the recall, and monitoring efforts remain active.