Lotus Foods Recalls Ramen Noodle Soup Cups Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Lotus Foods rice ramen noodle soup cups

Date of Recall

2018-12-13

CPSC Release Number

19-048

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 239,000

Importer

Lotus Foods Inc., of Richmond, Calif.

Sold By

Whole Foods Market stores and other independent natural and specialty stores nationwide, Safeway stores in Northern California and online at Amazon.com and Lotusfoods.com from August 2018 through November 2018 for about $2.50.

Problem/Hazard

The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire and burn hazards.

Injuries/Incidents

Lotus Foods has received 12 reports of the soup cups becoming extremely hot and/or sparking or catching fire during microwaving, including one report of a minor burn. Reported damage has been limited to the noodle cups.

Description

Remedy

Replace

Consumer Contact

Lotus Foods toll-free at 866-330-4390 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.lotusfoods.com and click on the noodle soup cup recall banner or www.lotusfoods.com/noodle-cup-safety-recall/ for more information.

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