A nationwide recall has been issued for 24-ounce cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup due to undeclared shrimp, posing a risk to individuals with shellfish allergies.

The affected cups carry Lot Code 1762181 and a Use By date of 05/27/26, with UPC 099482502065 on the back label.

States affected include Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

The FDA alert directs readers to the FDA recall page for specific allergy details and recall information.

Shellfish allergies can trigger severe reactions, including anaphylactic shock, often within minutes to hours, so affected individuals should avoid the product immediately.

Warnings describe potential life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis, hives, and throat swelling for those with shellfish allergies.

The recall and allergy risk are highlighted by FDA and NJ.com as sources, emphasizing shrimp and shellfish allergy concerns.

Kettle Cuisine confirmed that only the recalled lot code and use-by date are affected.

No illnesses have been reported; the undeclared shrimp could affect shellfish-allergic individuals.

Customers who bought the recalled soup should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund; for questions, contact Kettle Cuisine at 617-409-1100 (8 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern, Mon–Fri).

Consumers should dispose of the product or return it for a full refund, with the recall noting the importance of proper labeling for major allergens.

The recall was announced by Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, Massachusetts, and was reported by the FDA on May 21, 2026.