Kettle Cuisine Recalls Whole Foods Market Minestrone Soup Over Undeclared Shrimp, FDA Allergy Alert Issued May 21, 2026

If you bought a 24-ounce cup of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup recently, stop and check the label before eating it. Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, Massachusetts, issued a recall on May 21, 2026, for 24-ounce cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup that may contain undeclared shrimp. People who have allergies to crustacean shellfish — including shrimp — run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The FDA posted the company’s announcement the same day.

Kettle Cuisine Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recall — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Recall Announced	May 21, 2026
Recalling Company	Kettle Cuisine, Lynn, Massachusetts
Brand	Whole Foods Market
Product	Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup
Size	24-ounce clear plastic cup
Lot Code	1762181
Use-By Date	05/27/26 (printed on top rim of cup)
UPC	099482502065 (on back label)
Reason for Recall	May contain undeclared shrimp (crustacean shellfish allergen)
States Affected	AL, CT, DC, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA — plus nationwide online sales
Where Sold	Whole Foods retail stores and online via Whole Foods and Amazon websites
Illnesses Reported	None as of May 21, 2026
What To Do	Return to place of purchase for a full refund
Consumer Contact	Kettle Cuisine — 617-409-1100, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
Official FDA Notice	fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts
Last Updated	June 3, 2026

Who Is Kettle Cuisine and Why Is This Soup Being Recalled?

Kettle Cuisine is a Massachusetts-based food manufacturer specializing in refrigerated and ready-to-eat soups. It produces private-label soups for major retailers including Whole Foods Market. The company issued this recall after a straightforward but serious packaging error was caught during a store inspection.

The recall was triggered when an in-store inspection found a single cup containing the incorrect product — one with shrimp rather than the labeled minestrone. When a product that contains shrimp ends up in a container labeled as plain vegetable minestrone, anyone with a shellfish allergy has no way of knowing the risk they are taking. That is why the FDA treats undeclared crustacean shellfish as a serious food safety matter — shrimp is one of the nine major allergens that federal law requires to be clearly declared on all food labels.

How to Tell If Your Soup Is Part of the Recall

This is a targeted, single-batch recall. Only one lot code and one use-by date are involved. Here is exactly what to check:

The recalled product is packaged in a 24-ounce clear plastic cup marked with Lot Code 1762181 and Use By 05/27/26 on the top rim of the cup, and with the UPC identifier of 099482502065 on the back label.

Check all three identifiers before eating or discarding:

• Lot Code: 1762181 — printed on top rim of cup
• Use-By Date: 05/27/26 — also on top rim
• UPC: 099482502065 — on back label

Kettle Cuisine confirmed these are the only lot code and use-by date associated with the recall. If your cup does not show Lot Code 1762181 with a use-by date of 05/27/26, it is not part of this recall.

Where Was the Recalled Soup Sold?

The recalled retail cups of soup were distributed to the following states: Alabama, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia — in Whole Foods retail stores and nationwide through online sales on the Whole Foods and Amazon websites.

If you live outside these states but ordered this soup through Amazon or Whole Foods online delivery, you may still have a recalled product. The online distribution means the recall applies nationally for anyone who purchased through those channels.

What Should You Do If You Have This Soup?

The answer here is simple and clear.

Consumers are advised to return any affected Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup to the place of purchase for a full refund. Do not eat it. Do not open it. Take it back to the Whole Foods location where you bought it, or initiate a return through Amazon if you purchased it online. You do not need your original receipt to return a recalled product for a full refund at Whole Foods — the recall itself is the authorization.

If you have questions about the recall or want to confirm whether your specific product is affected, consumers can contact Kettle Cuisine directly at 617-409-1100 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.

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Did Anyone Get Sick From This Soup?

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this soup. The recall was initiated proactively after the wrong product was discovered during an in-store check — before any consumer reported a reaction. That is the recall system working as intended.

If you have a shellfish allergy and ate this soup before the recall was announced, monitor yourself carefully. If you experience any symptoms of an allergic reaction — itching, hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, or any other unusual reaction — seek medical attention immediately and call 911 if symptoms are severe. Tell your doctor you may have consumed shrimp.

Can You Sue If You Had an Allergic Reaction to the Recalled Soup?

This recall involves a confirmed case of the wrong product being placed in a labeled container — an undeclared allergen that federal law requires to be disclosed. If you or a family member with a shellfish allergy ate this soup and suffered an allergic reaction, you may have grounds for a personal injury or product liability claim against Kettle Cuisine, Whole Foods, or both.

Under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), crustacean shellfish — including shrimp — is one of the nine major allergens that must be declared on all food packaging sold in the United States. A mislabeled product that contains shrimp without disclosing it is a violation of that labeling requirement. Product liability claims for undeclared allergens can be brought under negligence, strict liability, or breach of warranty — and you do not need to prove intent, only that the product caused you harm.

This recall follows a pattern of allergen-related food safety failures at Whole Foods locations and by its contracted manufacturers. AllAboutLawyer.com’s coverage of the FDA recall of 2,000 products contaminated with rodent feces and other hazards and the Driscoll’s strawberries recall fact-check show how to navigate FDA recall notices and understand your consumer rights when a food product causes harm.

If you suffered a reaction from this soup, keep all medical records, emergency room paperwork, and documentation of your purchase. A free consultation with a product liability attorney can help you understand whether a claim is worth pursuing before any applicable statutes of limitations run.

Recall Timeline

Milestone	Date
In-store inspection finds wrong product in cup	Prior to May 21, 2026
Kettle Cuisine issues voluntary recall	May 21, 2026
FDA posts allergy alert on fda.gov	May 21, 2026
No illnesses reported as of	May 21, 2026
Use-by date of recalled product	May 27, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions — Kettle Cuisine Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Shrimp Recall

Is the Whole Foods minestrone soup recall still active?

Yes. Kettle Cuisine issued the recall on May 21, 2026, for 24-ounce cups with Lot Code 1762181 and Use By 05/27/26. The use-by date has passed, but if you still have a cup in your refrigerator matching those codes, return it immediately rather than consuming it.

What if I bought this soup online through Amazon?

The recall covers online sales. The affected product was sold nationwide through online sales on the Whole Foods and Amazon websites — not just in-store. If you ordered this product online, check your lot code and return it to the seller for a full refund.

Does this affect other Whole Foods soups or other Kettle Cuisine products?

No. No other soups or use-by codes are affected in this recall. Only the specific 24-ounce cups with Lot Code 1762181 and Use By 05/27/26 are subject to this action.

I have a shellfish allergy and already ate this soup. What should I do?

If you experienced any symptoms — itching, hives, throat tightening, swelling, difficulty breathing — seek emergency medical care immediately. If your reaction was mild and has resolved, document everything: what you ate, when, and what symptoms you had. See your doctor and report the incident to the FDA’s MedWatch program at fda.gov/safety/medwatch. If you suffered a serious reaction, speak with a product liability attorney about your options.

How do I get my refund for the recalled soup?

Return the product to the Whole Foods store where you purchased it. For online purchases through Amazon or Whole Foods, initiate a return through the platform’s customer service. You should receive a full refund. If you have difficulty getting a refund, contact Kettle Cuisine directly at 617-409-1100.

Could this have caused anaphylaxis in someone with a severe shellfish allergy?

Yes. Crustacean shellfish — including shrimp — is one of the most common triggers for anaphylaxis, a severe whole-body allergic reaction that can be life-threatening without immediate treatment. That is exactly why undeclared shellfish triggers an FDA allergy alert. If you or someone you know has a known shellfish allergy, do not consume this product under any circumstances.

Is Kettle Cuisine facing a lawsuit over this recall?

No lawsuit has been publicly filed as of the date of this article. The recall was announced proactively after an in-store inspection caught the problem, and no illnesses have been reported. However, if consumers do experience allergic reactions tied to this product, product liability claims become possible. Monitor AllAboutLawyer.com for any updates.

Sources Used in This Kettle Cuisine Whole Foods Minestrone Soup Recall Article

• FDA Official Recall Notice — Kettle Cuisine Allergy Alert, May 21, 2026: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kettle-cuisine-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-shrimp-whole-foods-market-kitchen-minestrone-soup

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official FDA recall notice on June 3, 2026. Last Updated: June 3, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you suffered harm from this product, consult a qualified product liability attorney about your specific situation.