Check your freezer.
The FDA has issued a recall for Simply Nature Spinach Bites sold at Aldi stores after the product was found to be possibly contaminated with rodent hair. The recall was initiated on January 16, 2026, by Dr. Praeger’s Sensible Foods Inc., the New Jersey-based company listed as the recalling firm. The FDA updated the classification on March 16, 2026, to a Class II recall.
What Does Class II Mean?
Not all recalls carry the same level of urgency, and understanding the classification helps put this one in context.
A Class II recall is issued when consumption of the affected product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious health consequences is considered remote. It is a step below a Class I recall, which is reserved for situations where there is a reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
That said, a Class II designation is not a signal that the recall can be ignored. Rodent hair is considered a physical contaminant and an indicator of unsanitary production conditions. While it may not carry the same immediate danger as bacterial contamination, consuming a contaminated product can cause gastrointestinal irritation, and the presence of rodent matter raises broader concerns about the cleanliness of the production environment.
How to Identify the Recalled Product
The recall affects the frozen Simply Nature Spinach Bites sold in 12-ounce boxes at Aldi. The bites are individually wrapped in plastic inside the box. Look for the following identifiers:
- Lot Number: G25CF-02B
- Product Number: AL-SP
- UPC: 4099100247992
Nearly 8,000 units of the affected product were distributed in Maryland and Pennsylvania. If you live outside those two states, your product is not affected by this recall.
Who Is Dr. Praeger’s Sensible Foods?
Dr. Praeger’s Sensible Foods Inc. is a New Jersey-based food manufacturer known for producing vegetable-based frozen foods, including veggie burgers, veggie bites, and snack products. The Simply Nature brand is Aldi’s own-label natural foods line, and products sold under that name are manufactured by outside suppliers — in this case, Dr. Praeger’s.
What to Do If You Have the Product
If you have Simply Nature Spinach Bites in your freezer that match the lot number and UPC above, do not consume them. The recommended steps are:
- Do not eat the product, regardless of whether it looks or smells normal
- Throw the product away or return it to your nearest Aldi store for a full refund
- Contact Aldi customer service if you have any questions
Physical contaminants like rodent hair are not detectable by appearance or smell, so there is no way to tell from the product alone whether your bag is affected.
The Bottom Line
The FDA has classified the recall of Simply Nature Spinach Bites sold at Aldi as a Class II recall due to possible rodent hair contamination. The recall was initiated by Dr. Praeger’s Sensible Foods Inc. on January 16, 2026, and the classification was updated on March 16, 2026. Nearly 8,000 units with lot number G25CF-02B and UPC 4099100247992 were distributed in Maryland and Pennsylvania. If you have this product, do not eat it — throw it away or return it to Aldi for a full refund.
