Coffee sold at Dollar General stores in 48 states under recall for possible glass shards in the grounds

Certain Clover Valley Instant Coffee lots sold at Dollar General across 48 states from July 9 and 21 have been recalled due to possible glass shards

Erin Keller

In Ohio

Wednesday 13 August 2025 10:20 EDT

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The affected coffee was sold in 48 states, but not in Alaska and Hawaii (Dollar General)

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That’s one sharp cup of Joe.

Dollar General is recalling certain lots of its Clover Valley Instant Coffee due to the potential presence of glass, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced.

The recall affects three lots of the eight-ounce product, sold exclusively in Dollar General stores nationwide between July 9 and 21. The coffee was distributed in 48 states, excluding Hawaii and Alaska.

According to the recall notice, the issue came to light after a customer reported concerns to Dollar General employees. The FDA warns that ingesting glass fragments could cause serious harm, including broken teeth, cuts to the mouth and throat, or intestinal perforation.

No injuries or illnesses have been reported to date. Customers can locate the affected lot numbers and best-by dates printed around the neck of the jar.