Hodo Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Potential Ink Contamination

Hodo Inc., an Oakland, California-based food manufacturer, voluntarily recalled its Chili Crisp Lightly Fried Tofu after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified a risk that printing ink from the packaging could have migrated into the product. The recall, announced on August 7, 2026, covers refrigerated 8-ounce packages (UPC 850565007842) distributed to retailers in 29 states.

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The recalled item is a pre-cooked, lightly fried tofu seasoned with chili crisp, sold in the refrigerated section of grocery stores. FDA recall listings describe the action as “firm-initiated” and voluntary. No bacterial contamination was reported; the concern is chemical exposure from ink.

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• August 7, 2026 – Hodo Inc. initiates the voluntary recall and notifies consignees.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• August 31, 2026 – FDA had not yet assigned a risk classification.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• May 15 – November 7, 2026 – Use-by dates on affected packages.

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• Quantity: 10,084 cases of six units, 486 cases of 30 units, and 166 individual units.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• Lot numbers: 260114, 260114A, 260122, 260128, 260205, 260213, 260213A, 260219, 260219A, 260220, 260226, 260305, 260312, 260319, 260326, 260402, 260423, 260521, 260611, 260625, 260709.

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• States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• Retailers: Foodtown, Whole Foods, Wild by Nature, Meijer, Wegmans, among others.

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• Hodo Inc. said the ink on the outer packaging may have seeped through, creating a potential chemical hazard, and advised consumers to discard or return affected packages.

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• FDA noted the recall is voluntary, unclassified, and limited to ink contamination.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• Case count: Outlets cited “more than 10,000 cases,” while FDA documentation provides the precise breakdown above.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

• Classification status: The recall remains unclassified; no termination date or recall number has been issued.

Major Tofu Recall Expands Across 29 States Over Possible Ink Contamination

The recall highlights packaging integrity for ready-to-eat foods. Ink migration, though rare, poses a chemical exposure risk for consumers storing the product at home. The wide geographic distribution means many households may need to check their refrigerators.

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Consumers with the recalled tofu should verify the lot number and use-by date against the list above and either discard the product or return it to the retailer.

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