Rich Products Corp. of New York has voluntarily recalled approximately 160,200 pounds — or 6,408 cases — of Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers after identifying the potential presence of metal fragments in the product. The recall was initiated May 19, 2026, and classified by the FDA as Class II on June 9, 2026. No illnesses have been reported. The recalled products were distributed to Walmart, Dollar General, and Lidl stores across 21 states.
What’s Being Recalled?
The recall covers Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers, a frozen snack typically sold in large retail bags in the freezer section. The affected product is identified by lot number 003029976, UPC code 041322652256, and a best-by date of July 30, 2027. These identifiers are printed on the product packaging. The recalled product was distributed in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin — at Walmart, Dollar General, and Lidl locations across those states.
Why Was This Product Recalled?
Rich Products Corp. identified the potential presence of metal fragments in the affected product lot. Neither Rich Products nor the FDA has publicly disclosed the source or nature of the metal contamination. The recall is limited to a single lot code — all other Farm Rich products are not affected. Metal fragments in food pose a serious physical injury risk, including lacerations to the mouth, throat, or digestive tract, broken teeth, choking, and internal injury. The FDA’s Class II classification indicates the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote, but temporary or medically reversible health effects are possible. No consumer complaints or injuries related to this recall have been publicly reported. The Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers are a popular party snack and game-day staple, making broad freezer distribution across major discount and grocery retailers likely.
What Should You Do?
Check your freezer for Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers with lot number 003029976, UPC 041322652256, and a best-by date of July 30, 2027. Do not eat the recalled product. Throw it away or return it to the Walmart, Dollar General, or Lidl location where you purchased it for a full refund. For food safety questions, contact the FDA’s consumer complaint line at 1-800-551-3989 or visit fda.gov.
Source: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/?Event=99022
