Product recall by the FDA: nearly 200,000 cans of these green beans from Target may be contaminated

Del Monte alert covers 8,242 cases sold at Target across 21 states. The Food and Drug Administration has flagged a potential foreign‑object contamination in Good & Gather Cut Green Beans, prompting Del Monte Foods to pull 197,808 cans from store shelves. The voluntary action began on Feb. 12 and was formalized in an FDA Class II recall notice dated Mar. 13, 2025.

A Class II designation means the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, though the chance of serious harm is considered remote. Still, who wants to gamble with dinner? Del Monte says the recall is “ongoing” and has not yet identified the mysterious material. Until answers arrive, consumers are urged to act cautiously.

Which 21 states are affected and how to tell if your can is included

Not every Target shopper needs to worry, but residents in the following states should check their cupboards:

• Alabama.
• Arizona.
• California.
• Colorado.
• Georgia.
• Iowa.
• Illinois.
• Indiana.
• Kansas.
• Michigan.
• Minnesota.
• North Carolina.
• New Jersey.
• New York.
• Ohio.
• Oregon.
• Pennsylvania.
• South Carolina.
• Texas.
• Virginia.
• Wisconsin.

Spot your state on the list? Then flip the can and look for the details below before you start cooking. Before you crack that lid, match your can against these label markers:

No match? You’re likely in the clear. But if everything lines up, the safest move is to stop using the product immediately. Wondering what to do with it? Return it to the store or dispose of it—better safe than sorry.

What should shoppers do while waiting for further guidance?

For now, the FDA, Del Monte, and Target have not issued detailed refund or disposal instructions. Nevertheless, common practice in food recalls is straightforward: don’t eat the beans, keep the can sealed if possible, and bring it back to your local Target for a refund or call their customer service line. Consequently, keeping a receipt isn’t strictly necessary—most retailers will credit you on the spot.

Nearly 200,000 cans may contain an unwanted surprise, but a quick label check can spare you the inconvenience. First, confirm your state, then review the label information. If your can fits the recall profile, return or discard it and keep your receipt handy for any future updates.