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Costco issues recall of food items for plastic contamination

Nov 25, 2025, 8:27 PM10
(Update: Nov 25, 2025, 8:27 PM)
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Costco issues recall of food items for plastic contamination

  • Costco has recalled two food items due to contamination risks involving plastic foreign material.
  • The items are a Caesar Salad and a Chicken Sandwich packaged with the salad, with Sell By Dates from October 17, 2025, to November 9, 2025.
  • Customers are advised to return the recalled products for a full refund.
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In the United States, Costco has announced a recall for two prepackaged food items over concerns of contamination. The affected products, a Caesar Salad and a Chicken Sandwich with Caesar Salad, were found to contain what has been described as plastic foreign material within their salad dressing. This recall affects products with Sell By Dates ranging from October 17, 2025, to November 9, 2025, with respective item numbers 19927 for the salad and 11444 for the sandwich. All customers are advised not to consume these items and should return them to local Costco stores for a complete refund. The recall also reflects Costco's proactive measures in ensuring customer safety, as it follows a series of other food and drink product recalls issued by the retailer earlier in the year. Recently, more than 940,000 bottles of Kirkland brand Signature Prosecco Valdobbiadene were recalled due to the glass bottles shattering, posing a physical danger to consumers. At least one individual reported injury from a shattered bottle. Costco's swift action in recalling these products highlights the company's commitment to maintaining high safety standards. Additionally, a prior recall was issued for their Kirkland brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke, which was potentially contaminated with Listeria due to green onions. Such infections, stemming from Listeria monocytogenes, can lead to severe health complications including serious infections in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and pregnant women. Costco’s recalls underline the critical importance of consumer health and safety in the food supply chain. Consumers who may have purchased the recalled items are strongly encouraged to check their purchases against the item numbers provided. Those with concerns can reach out to Costco’s customer service for further guidance. The retailer continues to closely monitor and address safety issues related to its products in an effort to mitigate risks to health and well-being.

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