Ben & Jerry's Recalls 'Milk & Honey' Flavor Over Foreign Object Fears
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Ben & Jerry's Israeli manufacturer is recalling its "Milk & Honey" ice cream flavor due to a consumer report of a foreign object in an package. The company is working with the Health Ministry to remove the product, which was a limited edition supporting southern Israeli farmers. Consumers with specific expiration dates are advised not to eat the ice cream and to contact the company for assistance.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ben & Jerry's "Milk & Honey" ice cream is being recalled in Israel due to a foreign object concern.
- The recall affects specific batches of the "Milk & Honey" flavor with certain expiration dates.
- The "Milk & Honey" flavor was a limited edition supporting farmers in southern Israel.
- Consumers are urged not to eat the recalled ice cream and to contact the company.
- The company stated consumer safety and product quality are top priorities.
American Quality Products, the Israeli manufacturer of Ben & Jerry's ice cream, has initiated a voluntary recall of its "Milk & Honey" flavor due to a consumer complaint alleging a foreign object, resembling plastic, was found in an package. The company is coordinating with the Health Ministry's Food Service to remove the affected product from shelves and distribution channels.
Consumers who possess "Milk & Honey" pints with barcodes 7290018441527 and expiration dates of May 7, 2027, May 8, 2027, or November 25, 2027, are urged not to consume the ice cream. The company has provided an email address, office@benjerry.co.il, and a phone number for customer inquiries.
The "Milk & Honey" flavor was a limited-edition product developed specifically for the Israeli market to support farmers in the Gaza envelope and the South. Its ingredients, including milk, cream, and honey, were sourced from local farms and dairies in the region. A portion of the sales revenue was designated for the "Aylim" association to fund social and educational initiatives for the area's recovery. The pint's packaging featured artwork by the late artist Rivi Gerloi-Doron.
Ben & Jerry's Israel emphasized its deep commitment to the community and residents of the South, but stated that consumer safety and product quality are paramount. The company decided to act immediately and without compromise to ensure a complete collection of the affected batches from the market.
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