Another day, and another recall. While it can be daunting to keep up with recalls, it’s important, because following guidance sent out regarding recalls can make sure that your family and loved ones stay safe. Some recalls are even life-threatening, so if a product in your home is recalled, don’t mess around and make sure to follow the recall protocols.
So, what’s the definition of a recall? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a recall is a “method of removing or correcting products that are in violation of laws administered by the FDA.”
The FDA adds that a “recall is a voluntary action that takes place because manufacturers and distributors carry out their responsibility to protect the public health and well-being from products that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective.”
Now, an instant coffee is being recalled due to potential glass fragments.
A Voluntary Recall of Coffee Over Glass Fragments
Dollar General has issued a voluntary recall in 46 U.S. states due to concerns of glass exposure in jars of its Clover Valley Instant Coffee. on Aug. 11, Dollar General released a voluntary recall notice on its website and said that a customer’s report of possible glass in the product is what sparked recall.
The statement adds, “Dollar General is actively investigating the source of the glass contamination and apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this product issue.”
The FDA also released information about the recall. “Ingesting glass fragments may cause injury to the consumer, and these injuries may include damage to teeth, laceration of the mouth and throat, or perforation of the intestine,” they stated. The good news is that no illnesses or injuries have been reported so far.
According to the FDA notice, customers who purchased the coffee are encouraged to throw it out and contact Dollar General either via email at customercare@dollargeneral.com or by phone at 1-888-309-9030 from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. CST seven days a week to request a full refund of the purchase price, including any tax.
The recalled Clover Valley Instant Coffee was sold and distributed in Dollar General retail stores between July 9 and 21, 2025. More information with specific lot numbers can be found via the Dollar General notice.
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