Request Foods recalls soups because of wood contamination

Request Foods Incorporated, of Holland, MI, is recalling multiple products, including Moroccan Style Lentil Soup, Mexican Street Corn Soup, Cuban-Style Black Bean Soup, and Beecher’s Street Corn, because of potential contamination with foreign material, specifically wood.

The recall, initiated on April 4, 2025, is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences, though temporary or reversible effects may occur. The recall remains ongoing, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The affected products were distributed to stores in Illinois and Michigan.

Recalled products:

Moroccan Style Lentil Soup

Description: 4 x 8 lb. pouches, Net Wt. 32 lb.

Code Information: Oct 11 2026 MOROCCAN STY LENTIL 19788 01115 RM 4A1 HHMM

Product Quantity: 2,094 cases

Recall Number: F-0735-2025

Distributed By: Request Foods Incorporated, Holland, MI

Sold In: IL, MI

Mexican Street Corn Soup

Description: 4 x 4 lb. pouches, Net Wt. 16 lb.

Code Information: Nov 13 2026 MEX STREET CRN SOUP 27926 02135 RM 4A1 HHMM

Product Quantity: 7,388 cases

Recall Number: F-0736-2025

Distributed By: Request Foods Incorporated, Holland, MI

Sold In: IL, MI

Cuban-Style Black Bean Soup

Description: 4 x 4 lb. pouches, Net Wt. 16 lb.

Code Information: Nov 10 2026 CUBAN BLK BN 29166 02105 RM 4A1 HHMM

Product Quantity: 7,864 cases

Recall Number: F-0737-2025

Distributed By: Request Foods Incorporated, Holland, MI

Sold In: IL, MI

Beecher’s Street Corn

Description: 18 oz., 8 retail units per case, UPC 782045 115009

Code Information: BEST IF USED BY: 09/04/2026 HH:MM 25072

Product Quantity: 1,543 cases

Recall Number: F-0738-2025

Distributed By: Request Foods Incorporated, Holland, MI

Sold In: IL, MI

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported in connection with these products.

Businesses are urged not to use, sell, or distribute the recalled products and should check their inventories for the affected code information. The recalled products should be discarded or returned to the supplier.

About foreign object concerns
The presence of wood in food products poses risks such as choking, oral injury, or gastrointestinal discomfort if ingested. Consumers or businesses experiencing any adverse effects after handling or consuming the product should seek medical attention promptly.

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