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FDA Warns Consumers of Potential Health Risks From Contaminated Domino Sugar Lots

On August 12, 2025, Domino Foods Inc., a leading sugar manufacturer headquartered in Florida, announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of its pure cane granulated sugar after identifying potential contamination with foreign objects. By September 24, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class II risk classification for the recall, confirming that while the likelihood of serious consequences was relatively remote, consumers still faced risks of injury or medical complications.

For many households and businesses, sugar is a staple ingredient. When such a commonly used product is subject to a contamination recall, the potential impact stretches far beyond inconvenience. Consumers who unknowingly purchase or consume contaminated sugar may suffer preventable harm — ranging from choking injuries to gastrointestinal trauma. Understanding what happened in this recall, the associated risks, and potential legal rights is essential for consumers nationwide.

What Triggered the Domino Sugar Recall?

Domino initiated the recall after discovering that foreign materials may have entered certain batches of its granulated sugar. The company’s traceability system enabled it to identify specific lot numbers and distributors, and the recall affected approximately 4,500 bags of 50-pound sugar packages shipped to California and Utah.

The contaminated lots include:

• Lot Numbers: 75315A1, 75315B1, 75315C1, 75321A1, 75321B1, 75321C1
• UPC Code: 015800030515

While the company stated that none of the affected sugar was sold directly to consumers in retail packaging, the recall still raises concerns about whether contaminated products could have entered the marketplace through food service establishments or secondary distribution channels.

What a Class II Recall Means

The FDA categorizes recalls into three levels:

• Class I: High risk — reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.
• Class II: Moderate risk — use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the probability of severe harm is remote.
• Class III: Low risk — unlikely to cause health consequences.

The Domino recall was given a Class II designation. While not as urgent as Class I, this classification still signifies real danger. Foreign objects such as plastic or metal fragments can lead to choking, dental injury, or lacerations of the digestive tract. Vulnerable groups, particularly children and older adults, face greater risks because their airways and digestive systems are more susceptible to damage.

Health Risks Associated With Foreign Object Contamination

When food products are contaminated with foreign objects, the risks extend beyond minor discomfort. Depending on the material’s size, shape, and sharpness, ingestion can cause:

• Choking Hazards: Particularly dangerous for children or individuals with swallowing difficulties.
• Dental Damage: Hard fragments can fracture or chip teeth, leading to costly dental procedures.
• Digestive Tract Injuries: Sharp objects can cut or puncture the esophagus, stomach, or intestines, sometimes requiring emergency surgery.
• Infection and Complications: Internal injuries can become infected if not promptly treated, worsening the medical impact.

Medical professionals stress that swallowing even small fragments may require diagnostic imaging or surgical intervention to ensure safety.

Domino’s Response and FDA Oversight

Domino Foods Inc. reported that its internal traceability records enabled it to quickly identify affected lots and notify distributors before the products reached widespread consumer shelves. The company emphasized that no illnesses had been reported as of late September and stated that most of the contaminated lots had been returned or destroyed.

The FDA has kept the recall listed as “ongoing,” meaning it continues to monitor the situation. Inspections are underway to determine how the contamination occurred and whether Domino’s manufacturing or packaging processes require corrective action.

While the company has positioned the recall as precautionary, consumer safety advocates argue that recalls of staple food items highlight the fragility of supply chain safety. Even if consumers were spared from widespread exposure, the incident demonstrates the importance of strict food production oversight.

What Consumers Should Do Now

Consumers in California and Utah, where the recalled lots were distributed, should:

1. Check storage areas for 50-pound bags of Domino Pure Cane Granulated Sugar with the affected lot numbers.
2. Avoid using the product under any circumstances.
3. Contact the distributor or Domino Foods Inc. for return or disposal instructions.
4. Clean and sanitize storage containers, scoops, and surfaces that may have touched the sugar.

If anyone has already used the sugar in food preparation and consumed it, they should monitor for signs of injury or complications, such as abdominal pain, unexplained dental damage, or difficulty swallowing. Immediate medical consultation is recommended for any suspected ingestion of foreign objects.

Legal Rights for Affected Consumers

Consumers harmed by contaminated food may have grounds for legal claims, even when a recall is voluntary. Potential legal actions include:

• Product Liability: If the product contained defects or contaminants that caused harm, the manufacturer and distributors can be held responsible.
• Negligence: If Domino Foods Inc. failed to implement adequate safety or inspection measures, resulting injuries may support a negligence claim.
• Breach of Warranty: Consumers expect safe, consumable products. Selling contaminated sugar violates that expectation.
• Wrongful Death: If a consumer were to die from complications caused by ingestion, families could pursue damages for financial and emotional loss.

Compensation in these cases may include hospital bills, surgery costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages tied to the injury.

Why Legal Representation Is Critical

Food contamination cases are complex because proving the link between the recalled product and the resulting injury often requires extensive evidence. Attorneys with national resources can investigate:

• Purchase records and distribution channels.
• FDA recall data and company manufacturing practices.
• Medical records documenting injuries from ingestion.

By combining legal and medical evidence, a skilled legal team can establish liability and pursue fair compensation for victims.

FAQs About Domino Sugar Recall Lawsuits

1. What is being recalled in the Domino Sugar case?  Domino Foods Inc. recalled 50-pound bags of pure cane granulated sugar distributed to California and Utah. Specific lot numbers include 75315A1, 75315B1, 75315C1, 75321A1, 75321B1, and 75321C1.
2. Why was the sugar recalled?  The recall was initiated due to the potential contamination of the sugar with foreign objects such as metal or plastic. The FDA later classified it as a Class II recall.
3. What does a Class II recall mean?  It means use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, such as choking or internal injury, but the probability of life-threatening harm is considered remote.
4. Were consumers affected?  Domino reported that no contaminated products reached consumers in retail packaging. However, because the lots were distributed to food service and bulk purchasers, some risk remains.
5. What health risks are associated with contaminated sugar?  Risks include choking, broken teeth, gastrointestinal damage, or the need for surgery to remove ingested objects.
6. Can I sue if I was injured by contaminated sugar?  Yes. Victims may be eligible to file product liability lawsuits for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Families may also file wrongful death claims if a loved one died from related injuries.
7. Do I need proof of purchase?  Proof of purchase is helpful, but not always required. Attorneys may use distribution records, recall documentation, and medical evidence to build a case.
8. Has anyone been reported ill from this recall?  As of late September, no illnesses have been reported. However, the absence of reports does not eliminate the possibility of harm.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For A Free Case Review

If you or a loved one were harmed by contaminated food products, including the recently recalled Domino sugar, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Parker Waichman LLP is a national personal injury law firm representing victims of food contamination across the United States. Our attorneys are investigating claims related to this recall and are prepared to fight for your rights.

Call 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) today for a free consultation. We will review your case, explain your options, and pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. Regardless of your location or where your injury occurred, our nationwide product injury law firm is ready to assist you.