Uncle Ben's Ready Rice Original (Mars) - Metal Fragment Risk (2015)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) ORIGINAL, ENRICHED LONG GRAIN WHITE RICE, Net Wt 8.8 oz (250 g),
Brand
Mars Food US
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Code: 506BLGRV16, Best by 02/01/2016
Products Sold
Code: 506BLGRV16, Best by 02/01/2016
Mars Food US is recalling UNCLE BEN'S(R) Ready Rice(R) ORIGINAL, ENRICHED LONG GRAIN WHITE RICE, Net Wt 8.8 oz (250 g), due to UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
UNCLE BENS(R) Ready to Heat Pouches have the potential for containing metal fragments.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026