by Danone U.S. has issued a voluntary recall of all YoCrunch® yogurt products due to concerns that plastic pieces may be present in the dome topper. The recall, initiated on July 11, 2025, was announced in coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Consumers are being urged to check their yogurt containers and avoid consuming the product until further notice.
While the yogurt itself is not affected, the plastic contamination poses a serious health risk, especially to children and older adults who are more vulnerable to choking and injury.
Key Details:
- Product Recalled: All flavors and sizes of YoCrunch® yogurt
- Reason for Recall: Presence of plastic pieces in the dome topper
- Contamination Risk:
- Transparent plastic pieces with sharp edges
- Ranges in size from 7 to 25 mm
- Potential to cause choking, damage to teeth, or injury to the digestive tract
- FDA Warning:
- Plastic may obstruct airways, particularly in vulnerable populations
- May also pose long-term risks like microplastic exposure
- Consumers should not eat any YoCrunch® product until further guidance is provided
- Recall Status:
- Initiated on July 11, 2025
- Danone is working with retail partners to remove affected products from shelves
- Customers are being offered refunds
What Consumers Should Do:
- Check Packaging: Look for product details, lot numbers, and expiration dates listed in the FDA alert.
- Do Not Consume: If you have purchased YoCrunch® yogurt, avoid eating it until the issue is resolved.
- Contact for Refund:
- Call the company’s Consumer Care Line at 1-877-344-4886
- Available weekdays for questions or refund information
This recall is part of a broader trend in 2025, with multiple food products pulled from shelves due to allergens, contamination, and the presence of foreign materials. The FDA continues to monitor the situation closely.
