Loard's Ice Cream Recalls 43 Flavors in Northern California Due to Labeling Issues

The San Leandro-based company issued the recall after an FDA inspection found the products were distributed without proper ingredient or allergen labels.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:20am

A ghostly, translucent X-ray photograph revealing the internal structure of an ice cream scoop, hinting at the potential health risks of unlabeled ingredients.An X-ray view exposes the hidden contents of a recalled ice cream product, raising concerns about food safety and transparency.San Leandro Today

Loard's Ice Cream, a San Leandro-based company, has issued a recall for 43 of its retail ice cream products sold across Northern California. The recall was initiated after an FDA inspection found the items were distributed without the required ingredient or allergen labels, posing potential risks to consumers with food allergies. No illnesses have been reported so far.

Why it matters

Food safety and transparency are critical issues, especially for products that may contain allergens. This recall highlights the importance of proper labeling to protect public health, and it could impact Loard's reputation and sales in the region.

The details

The recall affects pints and larger containers of Loard's ice cream sold at 17 of the company's own parlors as well as other Northern California retailers. The FDA inspection found the products were distributed without the necessary ingredient and allergen information on the labels, which could be dangerous for people with food allergies.

  • The recall was initiated on April 19, 2026 after the FDA inspection.

The players

Loard's Ice Cream

A San Leandro-based ice cream company that is recalling 43 of its retail products due to labeling issues.

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What’s next

The company is working to properly label all affected products and remove them from store shelves. Consumers who purchased the recalled ice cream are advised to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the critical importance of accurate food labeling to protect public health, especially for products that may contain allergens. It also highlights the need for vigilant oversight and inspections to ensure food safety standards are being met.