Tennessee-based Vietti Food Group of Nashville has voluntarily recalled 4,515 cases of its 15-ounce Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans because the product contains undeclared soy, a life-threatening allergen for individuals allergic to soy. The New York Post reports that the recall includes thousands of cans distributed to nearly half the country.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the recall on May 2, 2025 and the affected cans have a “Best if Used By” date of February 17, 2028 on the bottom. The labeling error can have severe health implications for consumers allergic to soy, says the FDA, Houston Chronicle.
The affected baked beans were sold in 23 states across the U.S. through leading national retailers including Walmart, Amazon, Kroger, Safeway, Hy-Vee, Meijer, Associated Wholesale Grocers and K-VA-T Food Stores. The US Sun adds that the widespread distribution makes it even more critical for people to check their pantries.
Soy is one of the FDA’s nine declared allergens and the presence of undeclared soy in food products can result in severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis. There have been no reported illnesses or adverse effects as of the date of the recall, states the FDA.
Consumer Guidance For Returning Canned Beans
Consumers who have purchased the affected Yellowstone canned baked beans are advised not to consume the product. Instead, they are requested to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may also contact Vietti Food Group at 513-682-2474 during business hours or [email protected] for additional assistance.
This recall is all part of a broader trend of recent food safety issues in the U.S. including glass shards in bread rolls, plastic in Coca-Cola cans and salmonella contamination in canned tomatoes, reports The US Sun
