Tejal Somvanshi
A nationwide recall of Tru Fru freeze-dried strawberry products was announced this week after reports of potential metal contamination. The Salt Lake City-based company’s recall affects specific varieties of their chocolate-covered freeze-dried strawberry snacks sold across major U.S. retailers.
Georgia Nut Company, the third-party manufacturer for Tru Fru, initiated the voluntary recall after receiving a consumer report about metal in the product. The FDA posted the company’s announcement on September 29, 2025, though the company dated its initial notice September 26.
The recalled products include Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries in Dark & White Chocolate in 1.7-ounce, 3.4-ounce, and 13-ounce packages, plus Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries & Crème in 3.4-ounce packages. These popular snacks were sold at numerous major retailers including Albertson’s, CVS, Food Lion, H-E-B, Hungryroot, Ingles Markets, Kroger, Stew Leonard’s, and Target.
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No injuries have been reported so far, but health officials warn that metal fragments in food pose serious risks. “Hard or sharp foreign objects in food may cause traumatic injury including laceration and perforation of tissues of the mouth, tongue, throat, stomach and intestine as well as damage to the teeth and gums,” according to the FDA notice.
Consumers can identify affected products by checking the 10-digit manufacturing code on the back of packages. Only products with specific first four digits or letters in this code are included in the recall. The company is working with retailers to remove recalled products from store shelves.
Anyone who purchased the affected snacks should not consume them and should dispose of them immediately. Consumers seeking reimbursement can visit Tru Fru’s dedicated online form or call customer support at (888) 293-7748. Questions can also be directed to trufru@rqa-inc.com.
This recall highlights the importance of food safety monitoring systems, where consumer reports can trigger protective measures before injuries occur. Parents especially should check pantries for these popular snacks, which are often included in children’s lunches and after-school treats.
