CPSC recall · Reported December 13, 2018
Lotus Foods Recalls Ramen Noodle Soup Cups Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire and burn hazards.
The CPSC recalled The product involves Lotus Foods two ounce ramen noodle soups packaged in paper cups that….
Lotus Foods Recalls Ramen Noodle Soup Cups Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 13, 2018. Reason: The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire a…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled soup cups and contact Lotus Foods fo…. Verify recall #19048 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire a….
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- agency class
- December 13, 2018
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19048 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The product involves Lotus Foods two ounce ramen noodle soups packaged in paper cups that are not microwave safe. The recalled soup cups contain organic brown rice noodles and were sold in three flavors; red miso rice ramen noodle soup, masala curry rice ramen noodle soup and tom yum rice noodle soup. The UPC code is printed on the back side of the cup to the left of the front panel. Soup Flavor Cup Color UPC Code Red Miso Rice Ramen Noodle Soup red 7 08953 65101 9 Masala Curry Rice Ramen Noodle Soup purple 7 08953 65102 6 Tom Yum Rice Ramen Noodle Soup green 7 08953 65103 3
Reason for recall
The paper soup cup's labeling incorrectly instructs consumers to use the microwave for cooking, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled soup cups and contact Lotus Foods for a coupon for a replacement product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 19048 |
| Date reported | December 13, 2018 |
| Date initiated | December 13, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 239,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled soup cups and contact Lotus Foods for a coupon for a replacement product.
- Check the recall number (19048) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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