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Stewart's Shops Pulls Two Ice Cream Flavors After Metal Found in Cartons

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Source: WRGB
Stewart's Shops Pulls Two Ice Cream Flavors After Metal Found in Cartons
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TL;DR

Stewart's Shops is voluntarily recalling half-gallon cartons of Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry ice cream across New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire. The recall, coordinated with the FDA, follows a consumer report of a metal object in the product. No illnesses have been reported, and customers are advised to return the items for a full refund.

Key points

  • Stewart's Shops Corp. of Saratoga Springs, NY, is recalling half-gallon sizes of two specific flavors: Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry.
  • The affected products were sold at all Stewart's locations in New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire between July 17 and October 2, 2026.
  • The recall was triggered after a consumer discovered a metal object inside a carton of ice cream.
  • The FDA has been notified of the recall, and Stewart's states that no injuries or illnesses have been reported to date.
  • Consumers are advised not to consume the products and should return them to any Stewart's location for a full refund.

Background

This incident follows a series of recent food safety alerts in the Northeast. In August 2026, a dog food recall in Wisconsin cited metal contamination, while a tofu recall in late August involved ink contamination across 29 states. Additionally, a high-risk salmonella recall for guacamole was flagged by the FDA in late August. These events highlight ongoing scrutiny of manufacturing processes and supply chain integrity in the food sector.

How outlets are covering it

All three outlets (WRGB, WCAX, and WWNY) report consistent details regarding the affected flavors, geographic scope, and timeline. WCAX provides additional technical details, including specific UPC codes (0 82086 44371 1 and 0 82086 44377 3) and 'Best By' dates (Feb. 10 and Feb. 11, 2027), which are not mentioned in the WRGB or WWNY reports. All sources agree that the recall was initiated after a single consumer complaint and that no health issues have been reported so far.

Why it matters

While no illnesses have been reported, the presence of metal in food products poses a significant risk of injury, including dental damage or internal harm. The recall affects a popular regional brand across three states, impacting thousands of consumers. It underscores the importance of quality control in food manufacturing and the rapid response mechanisms in place for consumer safety.

What to watch

Consumers should check their freezers for the affected flavors and return them for a refund. Stewart's Shops is likely to conduct an internal investigation to identify the source of the metal contamination to prevent future occurrences. The FDA may monitor the situation to ensure the recall is effective and that no further health issues arise.

Topics:businessconsumer-safety#consumer-safety#fda#food-recall#ice-cream#metal-contamination#stewarts-shops
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  1. Stewart's recalls half gallons in two flavors, for possible presence of metal  WRGB
  2. Stewart’s Shops recalls some ice cream over possible metal in cartons  WCAX
  3. Stewart’s recalls two half-gallon ice cream flavors  NEWS10 ABC
  4. Stewart's Shops recalls 2 flavors of ice cream  Times Union
  5. Stewart’s Shops recalls ice cream flavors over metal concerns  WWNY

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