Rich’s Ice Cream recalls 100K+ cases of frozen bars over listeria concerns, including in Georgia.
GEORGIA, — More than 100,000 cases of ice cream bars sold in Georgia and 22 other states have been recalled due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The voluntary recall, initiated by Florida-based Rich’s Ice Cream Co. on June 27, affects 10 different varieties of stick-style ice cream bars, including chocolate, strawberry, cookie, cotton candy and sour fruit flavors. The recall was made public in a July 17 FDA enforcement report and remains ongoing.
While no illnesses have been reported as of July 23, the FDA classifies the incident as a Class II recall, meaning the contaminated products may cause temporary or reversible health effects.
Ice cream bars under recall
The recalled items include:
Chocolate Crunch Cake BarStrawberry Shortcake BarRich BarCrumbled Cookie BarOrange Cream BarFudge Frenzy BarCotton Candy Twirl BarSavagely Sour Blue Raspberry BarSavagely Sour Cherry BarCool Watermelon Bar
Each product was sold in cases of 96 individually wrapped bars. Affected lot numbers range from 24351 to 25156 (based on Julian calendar dating). Customers who purchased these items are encouraged to check the packaging for these lot codes.
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Where the Rich’s Ice Cream Bars sold?
The bars were shipped to 23 U.S. states, including Georgia, as well as to Nassau, Bahamas. Other affected states include Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
More on Listeria
Listeria is a foodborne bacteria that can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, headache, confusion, diarrhea, and in severe cases, convulsions.
Rich’s Ice Cream has not yet released an official press statement. Consumers are advised to check the FDA recall database or Rich’s Ice Cream website for updates.
What to do if bought the product?
If you bought any of these ice cream bars, do not eat them. Dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with health concerns should contact their doctor or the FDA.