McCain Foods USA Inc. Recalls Sonic Tots Due to Potential Plastic Contamination
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McCain Foods USA Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for 67 cases of Sonic Tots across 28 states due to the presence of small hard plastic fragments.
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This notice was issued by FDA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
McCain Foods USA Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of specific lots of Sonic Tots after the discovery of foreign material. The product was found to contain small hard plastic fragments, which may pose a safety risk to consumers.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves Sonic Tots (item number SON00543) packaged in clear, unlabeled poly bags. Each case contains six 5-lb bags, totaling 30 lbs (13.61 kg) per case.
- UPC: 0 00 72714 00543 5
- Batch Code: 1005486334
- Production Code: B 292 / 5 (Interpretation: McCain Burley, ID 10/19/2025)
- Quantity: 67 cases
Distribution Area: The affected products were distributed in the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, ID, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NM, NV, OK, OH, OR, PA, TX, UT, WA, and WI.
What You Should Do
Consumers and food service operators who have purchased the affected Sonic Tots should immediately stop using the product. Check the batch and production codes on the packaging to confirm if the items are part of the recall. Affected product should be disposed of or returned according to the recalling firm's instructions.
Why This Matters
The presence of foreign materials, such as plastic fragments, in food products can lead to physical injury or choking hazards. This Class II recall indicates that the hazard poses a potential health or injury risk, though it is not typically considered immediately life-threatening.
Source
Information provided by the FDA. Recall Number: H-0493-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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