Food recalls in the United States in 2014
2,259 official food recall notices published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States in 2014, newest first. Each notice links to the official page.
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2,259 notices, newest first · page 1 of 46.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Shelled Peanuts, in bulk
Official wording (English):
One lot of raw peanuts was found to contain 26 ppb Aflatoxin
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Pea River Raw Shelled Raw Fine Alabama Grown Peanuts, Net Wt. 2.5 lbs
Official wording (English):
Product testing at the supplier found aflatoxin above 20 ppb
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass ISalmonella
White Tahina, Net Wt. 907 g, 12 jars/case
Official wording (English):
Zacares USA is recalling White Tahina because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Whole Foods Tarte Aux Pomme 10 inch, packaged in a brown box. Net Wt. 2 lb 8 oz. UPC: 23072300000
Official wording (English):
Product contains undeclared almonds
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Willy's Just Peachy Salsa, packaged in 16-oz. plastic deli containers
Official wording (English):
The firm did not list food color, FD & C yellow #5, on the label.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Private Selection Extreme Moose Tracks Ice Cream; packaged in plastic 48 fl oz containers, UPC Code: 11110-00456
Official wording (English):
The ice cream product may contain peanuts not listed on the ingredient statement.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
HyVee Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos. Product is breaded jalapeno stuffed with cheddar cheese designed to be cooked in either the oven or a fryer. The…
Official wording (English):
HyVee Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos is recalled due to undeclared egg.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IIIOther reason
Coca Cola Zero, 2 liter pet bottle, UPC 49000 05014, The Coca Cola Company
Official wording (English):
Equipment malfunction led to ingredients to be blended at levels that are inconsistent with approved formulations.
- December 31, 2014reportedFDAClass IIE. coli
Organic English Cucumber, 12 pieces per box, PLU 94593, UPC 8 24660 20100 9
Official wording (English):
Tricar is recalling Organic English Cucumbers because they may be contaminated with E.coli.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IOther reason
SOLGAR ENHANCED SERIES ABC DOPHILUS POWDER FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN, NET WT. 1.75 oz (50 g), UPC 0 33984 00010 0. Carefully Manufactured by: Solgar, Inc., 500…
Official wording (English):
NBTY has recalled ABC Dophlius Powder due to the presense of Rhizopus oryzae fungi.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIOther microbiological risk
Odwalla Chocolate Protein Shake, 15.2 fl. oz, and 32 fl. oz bottles, Distributed by: Odwalla, Inc., Dinuba, CA 93618.
Official wording (English):
There is the potential that some of the bottles could exhibit spoilage before end of shelf life.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIOther microbiological risk
Odwalla Vanilla Almondo Protein, 15.2 fl. oz bottles, Distributed by: Odwalla, Inc., Dinuba, CA 93618.
Official wording (English):
There is the potential that some of the bottles could exhibit spoilage before end of shelf life.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIIOther microbiological risk
Product comes in as part of Fabulous Fudge Gift Box. The Gift box contains 2 samples of the recalled product, Cookies & Cream Fudge and 2 samples of a second…
Official wording (English):
Tastefully Simple is recalling various lots of Cookie & Cream Fudge(Fabulous Fudge Gift) because the product appears to have mold growing on the small chocolate cookie pieces on the top of the Cookies & Cream Fudge.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Dark Cocoa Sorbetto packed in 14 oz. plastic jars, 8 packages per case, manufactured from 4/11/14-4/12/14; product code: EB/JP, L3, 26-426, 14102, BEST BY…
Official wording (English):
Undeclared milk was found in 14 oz. Dark Cocoa Sorbetto gelato manufactured by House of Flavors, with aproduct code of: EB/JP, L3, 26-426, 14102, BEST BY October 12, 2015, BEST BY 10/15; following one reported consumer complaint of an allergic reaction to dairy.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Farmer Brand DRIED LILY FLOWERS, NET WT. 8 oz, UPC 7 34765 04089 5 -- PRODUCT OF CHINA -- DISTRIBUTED BY BLOOMING IMPORT 45 BOWNE STREET BROOKLYN, N.Y. 11231…
Official wording (English):
The product contained undeclared sulfites (4868 ppm) based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Wegmans Peach Salsa, made fresh in-store and packaged in random weights.
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa, and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Small Fruit-Topped Cheese Cake, 18 oz., UPC 7789026441 Large Fruit-Topped Cheese Cake, 54 oz., UPC 7789026438 Fruit-Topped Cream Cheese Pie, 40 oz., UPC…
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa, and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Fruit-Topped Short Cake, 1/4 sheet, 49 oz., UPC 7789032772; Genoise Cake, 1/4 sheet, 64 oz., UPC 7789027385
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa, and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Peach Melba Whipped Cream Pie, 34 oz., UPC 7789033104
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Peach Melba Tart, 26 oz., UPC 7789098553; Rectangular Fruit Tart, 37 oz., UPC 20823800000; Mixed Fruit Tart, 30 oz., UPC 20819500000; Square Fruit Tart, 48…
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Lg. Fruit Strip "Puff Pastry", 11 oz., UPC 20829200000; Sm. Fruit Strip "Puff Pastry", 3 oz., UPC 20829100000
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa, and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Lg. Fruit Crostata, 21 oz., UPC 20829300000; Sm. Fruit Crostata, 7 oz., UPC 20829900000; Lg. Nectarine Crostata, 21 oz., UPC 20823100000; Sm. Nectarine…
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Vanilla Trifle, 8 oz., UPC 7789080600
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Sliced Yellow Peaches, made fresh in-store and packaged. Sold pre-packaged in random weights.
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIListeria
Sliced Yellow Nectarines, made fresh in-store and packaged. Sold pre-packaged in random weights.
Official wording (English):
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. voluntarily recalled fresh individually sold, bagged and sliced fresh plums, nectarines and peaches, peach salsa and several in-store baked desserts that may contain fresh peaches, nectarines, and/or plums. The fruit may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Wake-Up Instant Coffee Mix (weasel coffee) Melange de Cafe Instantane Ca Phe Hoa Tan (huong caon) 3 in one; sold in two packing configurations: 1. 20 bags x…
Official wording (English):
Firm was notified by CFIA and FDA that CFIA testing found undeclared milk allergen in the product.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIUndeclared allergen
KOZY SHACK SIMPLY WELL CHOCOLATE, NET WT 4 OZ. Product packed in brown carton box, 48 individual units x 4 OZ. Keep Refrigerated. Made in USA
Official wording (English):
KOZY SHACK, LLC has recalled Kozy Shack Simply Well Chocolate Pudding due to undeclared milk and lack of complete product labeling.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIUndeclared allergen
WHALEN'S SEAFOOD & BURGER SAUCE "HOT", NET WT. 8 OZ. (226 g) -- Whalen's Horseradish Products, LLC, PO Box 4700, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
Official wording (English):
Whalen's Seafood & Burger Sauce contains undeclared anchovies from the Worcestershire Sauce used in the finished product. The product also has miscellaneous labeling problems such as not all sub-ingredients are listed on finished product labeling.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Orejas- pastry containing soy, eggs, wheat and milk
Official wording (English):
Undeclared allergen Milk, in the form of whey protein; which is listed in the ingredients
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Concha Blancas- pastry containing soy, eggs, wheat and FD&C Yellow #5 and #6.
Official wording (English):
Concha Blancas- Undeclared artificial coloring (FD&C yellow # 5, yellow # 6)
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Concha Chocolate- pastry containing soy, eggs, wheat FD&C Yellow #5 and #6.
Official wording (English):
Concha Chocolate- Undeclared artificial coloring (FD&C yellow #5 and yellow # 6)
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Concha Yellow- pastry containing soy, eggs, wheat and FD&C Yellow #5 and #6.
Official wording (English):
Concha Yellow- Undeclared artificial coloring (FD&C yellow 5, yellow 6)
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Concha Pink- pastry containing soy, eggs, wheat and FD&C Yellow #5 and #6, and Red #3 and #40.
Official wording (English):
Concha Pink- Undeclared artificial coloring (FD&C yellow # 5, yellow #6, red #3, red #40)
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Taco Seasoning Packets sold under the following brands, container size, and or as part of a dinner Kit: 1. Ortega 1.25 oz, UPC 39000-00820; 2. Ortega 3-pack…
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Ortega 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning 1.25 oz., UPC 41501-00824
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Ortega Enchilada Sauce 8 oz., UPC 41501-00898
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Taco Sauce - Mild sold under the following brands: 1. Ortega 8 oz, UPC 39000-00890, 16 oz. UPC 39000-01893; 2. Las Palmas 8 oz. UPC 41501-79890 and (Canada)…
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Ortega Taco Sauce - Medium 8 oz, UPC 39000-01892, 16 oz. UPC 39000-01894.
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Ortega Taco Sauce - Hot 8 oz, UPC 39000-00891, 16 oz. UPC 41501-01895.
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IUndeclared allergen
Ortega Green Taco Sauce - Mild 8 oz, UPC 41501-00897, 16 oz. UPC 41501-00907.
Official wording (English):
Specific Ortega Brand Taco Seasoning, Taco Sauce, Taco Dinner Kits, and Enchilada Sauce, and Las Palmas brand Taco Seasoning and Taco Sauce products are being recalled because one or more of the spice ingredients may contain peanuts and almonds.
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IILabelling error
Beachbody Hardcore Base Shake Lot #42932B22, #42931A22, and #42902B22 Black HDPE container with Black Lid. Label stated weight of 1 lb. 12.2 oz. (800 g.) Lot…
Official wording (English):
During an investigation of label issuance and reconciliation at the firm's contract manufacturer it was discovered that 948 labels of Beachbody Extreme Nutrition Base Shake entered into Beachbody Extreme Nutrition Fuel Shot production. Therefore some bottles of Beachbody Extreme Nutrition Fuel Shot…
- December 24, 2014reportedFDAClass IIUndeclared allergen
Mozzarella cheese sticks are breaded Mozzarella Stick designed to be cooked in either the oven or a fryer. The package contains a clear inner plastic sealed…
Official wording (English):
Mozzarella cheese contains Soy Flour but the Ingredients Statement declares only Soybean Oil and the Contains statement does not declare Soy. The label does not declare yellow # 5 and yellow #6.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Oceans Catch All Natural Jonah Crab Combo Meat, Packaged in round plastic containers (tub with snap-on lid), sold refrigerated: 6 ounce, 8 ounce, and 16 ounce
Official wording (English):
Product may be be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Oceans Catch All Natural Fresh Jonah Crab Leg Meat, Packaged in round plastic containers (tub with snap-on lid), sold as refrigerated: 5 ounce, 8 ounce, and 16…
Official wording (English):
Product may be be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IIOther microbiological risk
ESSENTIA Hydration Perfected Purified Water and Electrolytes, 9.5 pH, Manufactured for Essentia Water Inc., 22833 Bothell Evrt Hwy, Bothell WA 98021 Packaging…
Official wording (English):
Product may contain mold.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Sweet 2 Eat Yellow Peaches; California Tree Fruit; Product of USA; Packed in the following configurations: 2.5 lb. box, 4-4.5 lb. box 4-4.5 lb box for Trader…
Official wording (English):
Certain lots of whole peaches (white and yellow), nectarines (white and yellow), plums and pluots packed between June 2 and July 12, 2014 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Sweet 2 Eat White Peaches; California Tree Fruit; Product of USA: Brand names: Sweet 2 Eat, Orchard Perfect, Trader Joe's, Sam's, Mrs. Smittcamp's, Harvest…
Official wording (English):
Certain lots of whole peaches (white and yellow), nectarines (white and yellow), plums and pluots packed between June 2 and July 12, 2014 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Sweet 2 Eat Yellow Nectarines California Tree Fruit; Product of USA: Brand names: Sweet 2 Eat, Orchard Perfect, Trader Joe's, Sam's, Mrs. Smittcamp's, Harvest…
Official wording (English):
Certain lots of whole peaches (white and yellow), nectarines (white and yellow), plums and pluots packed between June 2 and July 12, 2014 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Sweet 2 Eat White Nectarines, California Tree Fruit; Product of USA: Brand names: Sweet 2 Eat, Orchard Perfect, Trader Joe's, Sam's, Mrs. Smittcamp's, Harvest…
Official wording (English):
Certain lots of whole peaches (white and yellow), nectarines (white and yellow), plums and pluots packed between June 2 and July 12, 2014 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
- December 17, 2014reportedFDAClass IListeria
Sweet 2 Eat Plums; Product of USA: Brand names: Sweet 2 Eat, Orchard Perfect, Trader Joe's, Sam's, Mrs. Smittcamp's, Harvest Sweet, Wawona, Costco, Sweet O.…
Official wording (English):
Certain lots of whole peaches (white and yellow), nectarines (white and yellow), plums and pluots packed between June 2 and July 12, 2014 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Sources: openFDA (U.S. FDA food enforcement reports), CC0 · Health Canada / CFIA Recalls and Safety Alerts, Open Government Licence – Canada · Food Standards Agency food alerts, OGL v3 · RappelConso (DGCCRF), Licence Ouverte 2.0. Shares and counts: Shelfpedia calculations.