Major Recall: What’s Happening with Campbell’s Soup Products?

Recall warning over blurred grocery store aisle

A recent recall of Campbell’s soup products has sparked significant concern over food safety due to potential wood contamination.

Key Takeaways

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert for soups and bowl products potentially contaminated with wood.
The alert followed a recall by the FDA of cilantro due to the presence of foreign material.
Thirteen products were listed, including several Campbell’s soups: Chicken Tortilla, Baja-Style Chicken Enchilada, Verve Wicked Thai-Style with Chicken, and Verve Spicy Chicken Nacho.
The products were distributed to retail and institutional locations in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
FSIS warns that more products might be added, potentially affecting the entire nation.

FSIS Alerts Public

The FSIS issued a public health alert after realizing soups and bowl products might be contaminated with wood. Industry giant Campbell’s was at the forefront of this issue, where 13 products, including Chicken Tortilla and Baja-Style Chicken Enchilada soups, faced scrutiny. Consumers are urged to check the packaging and be particularly vigilant about disposal and returns.

Affected Products and Distribution

The recall encompasses products distributed to retail and institutional locations in key states like Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. Health Request, Vital Pursuit, Molly’s Kitchen, Sysco, and Crafted Market brands were also impacted, broadening the recall’s effect. “The products were shipped to retail and institutional locations in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio,” the health alert reports.

RECALL: Campbell's soups plus others ; ohio included. https://t.co/2w2Ej7mstV

— (((clevecaroleXBird))) (@Clevecarole) April 12, 2025

Campbell’s clarified that affected soups are food-service varieties, not sold in retail stores, indicating that only institutional consumers like restaurants might have them. This detail lessens the direct impact on general consumers but retains seriousness, considering the wide distribution.

Public Health Advisories

FSIS advises consumers and institutions to dispose of or return products instead of consuming or serving them. This precaution is key as the issue could extend nationally. “Anyone who has these products is urged not to consume them and institutions are urged not to serve the products,” as advised in the alert.

This recall scenario is a reminder for companies to adhere to safety standards and for consumers to stay informed to ensure health and safety for all.