Walmart has recently initiated a recall of over 12,000 cartons of its Great Value brand chicken broth due to potential packaging defects. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) disclosed that the recall, which initially took place on December 11, was only made public on the FDA’s website on January 8.
The recall was prompted by potential packaging failures that could compromise the sterility of the product, leading to spoilage. The FDA’s announcement indicated that the affected products were distributed to stores in Alabama and Arkansas. However, Walmart later clarified that a total of 242 stores across nine states were affected.
The recall extended beyond Alabama and Arkansas to include stores in Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. The recall involved a total of 2,023 cases, with each case containing six products. This implies that a total of 12,138 cartons of chicken broth were recalled.
The recalled products had a “best used by” date of March 25, 2026, and bore the UPC code “007874206684.” The recall notice did not specify whether any illnesses had been reported due to the consumption of the chicken broth.
Walmart underscored its commitment to customer safety in a statement, saying, “The health and safety of our customers is always a top priority. As soon as we were made aware of the issue, we took action to remove all impacted products from the select, impacted stores. We are continuing to work with the supplier to investigate.”
Customers who believe they may have purchased a recalled item are advised to discard it and request a full refund. Unopened, shelf-stable cartons or cans of chicken broth can last for years in a pantry. Once opened, any leftover broth should be stored in the refrigerator for about three to four days, or it can be frozen and kept for two to three months, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
Consumers are warned that any leftover chicken broth that emits a strange odor or appears to be discolored or moldy is spoiled and should not be consumed, as it can cause food poisoning.