Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. recall history and safety record

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Class I (5y)

Life-threatening severity

Safety grade

A0 Class I in 5y

Most recent: March 3, 2026 — Item 5650893 Ajinomoto Japanese-Style Vegetable Fried Rice made with hijiki seaw…

# Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. – Safety Summary Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. has had 11 total recalls, all occurring within the last five years. The company received a safety grade of A, and none of these recalls were classified as Class I (the most serious category involving health hazards). This recall activity, while notable, reflects the company's responsiveness to identified issues rather than systemic safety failures. Consumers should know that recalls are a normal part of food industry oversight and can result from various factors including labeling errors, potential contamination, or allergen concerns. The absence of Class I recalls suggests these issues did not pose immediate serious health risks. Consumers who have purchased Ajinomoto products can check the FDA or company website for specific recall details and instructions. Following standard food safety practices—checking expiration dates and storage conditions—remains important for all food products.

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Date	Title	Class	Agency	Status
March 3, 2026	Item 5650893 Ajinomoto Japanese-Style Vegetable Fried Rice made with hijiki seaweed, fried tofu, eda…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 5650173 Trader Joe's Japanese Style Fried Rice with Edamame, Tofu, and Hijiki Seaweed. SKU #097…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 6430143 Ajinomoto Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings 12ct. Net wt. 8.92oz. per package. Retail package U…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 5654390 Ajinomoto Golden Tiger Vegetable Fried Rice - Long grain white rice and crispy vegetabl…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 6430093 Ajinomoto Green Gyoza Vegetable & Edamame Dumplings 12ct. Retail bag UPC: None. Produc…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 81146 Ajinomoto Tai Pei Shrimp Fried Rice - Shrimp, vegetables & fried rice with oyster flavore…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 5650883 Ajinomoto Teppanyaki Style Vegetable Fried Rice - Japanese-style fried rice made with c…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 81097 Ajinomoto Ling Ling Restaurant Style Fried Rice Savory Vegetable - A Chinese Style Fried …	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend of long grain rice assorted veget…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 6430153 Ajinomoto Vegetable Gyoza Dumplings. Net wt. 24.7oz. per bag. Retail box UPC: 071757010…	II	FDA	Active
March 3, 2026	Item 5650233 Trader Joe's Vegetable Fried Rice, net wt. 1lb per bag. Retail bag UPC 00521482. Produ…	II	FDA	Active

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