Chemical contaminant or residue: food recalls in the United States · page 10
854 official food recall notices published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States for the reason “Chemical contaminant or residue” (Shelfpedia classification of the official reason), newest first. Each notice links to the official page.
Notices
854 notices, newest first · page 10 of 18.
- June 28, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Meijer Honey Vanilla Bourbon Pecans, 8.5 oz., 6/case, packed in a stand-up pouch.
Official wording (English):
The firm initiated a voluntary recall of Meijer Honey Vanilla Bourbon Pecans, 8.5 oz., packed in a stand up pouch, due to mislabeling. The label declared cream, milk, and eggs, which were not part of the original formula. The label lacked the following ingredients: Spices, Artificial Flavors…
- June 7, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tuna King Tuna Steaks 10 oz.. ,10 lb Box. Frozen UPC Codes: 8158380206764
Official wording (English):
Histamine Levels above 50ppm
- May 10, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Life Rising Formulas SHT Chest Relief, 54 Capsules; Manufactured for: Nature's Health (USA) Chicago, IL 60616
Official wording (English):
Product potentially contaminated with lead.
- May 10, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Nabelsi Thyme (also known on invoices as Zatar) 450g retail (24 packages per wholesale case) 4.5kg retail (2 bags per wholesale case) Cardboard box wholesale…
Official wording (English):
Elevated lead levels in product
- May 3, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Apple Cider with Potassium Sorbate, packed under the following labels: RUDY'S BLEND APPLE CIDER; 1 GAL. (3.78L), UPC: 8 56005 00344 3; RUDY'S BLEND APPLE…
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of patulin.
- May 3, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Apple Cider packed under the following labels: RUDY'S BLEND APPLE CIDER, 1 GAL. (3.78L), UPC: 8 56005 00344 3; RUDY'S BLEND APPLE CIDER; 1/2 GAL (1.89L), 8…
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of patulin.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
The product is packaged in a white plastic bottle with green lettering. The label reads in part "LIFE RISING DHZC-2, blood circulation regulator (lower…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplement contains lead.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Oriental Jamaican Hot Curry Powder, 50 lb bulk. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.
Official wording (English):
Product contains lead.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Ocho-Rios Jamaican Nice Mild Curry Powder, 4 oz. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.
Official wording (English):
Product contains lead.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Ocho-Rios Jamaican Nice Hot Curry Powder, 4 oz. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.
Official wording (English):
Product contains lead.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Ocho-Rios Mild Curry Powder, 5 lb. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.
Official wording (English):
Product contains lead.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
DH. ANCHOVY 2.2 Lbs.; Item No: D0161; B/C: 59033 50161; DH. ANCHOVY 3.5 oz..; Item No: D0162; B/C: 59033 50162
Official wording (English):
Product may have the potential for pathogen growth and toxin formation due to Clostridium botulinum.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Apple Juice 5 Gal, Keep Refrigerated, Ripe Liquid Produce
Official wording (English):
Elevated patulin levels.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
KEEP REFIGERATED, DEEP BEET Blend 5 Gal, Ripe Liquid Produce
Official wording (English):
Elevated patulin levels.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
IMMUNITY SHOT 2 fl.oz., UPC: 859168006184
Official wording (English):
Elevated patulin levels.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
KEEP REFRIGERATED SWEET GREEN Juice 5 Gal
Official wording (English):
Elevated patulin levels.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Sarivadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits .
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Rajahpravartini Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits .
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Saptamrit Lauh, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Shankh Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Marichyadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Agnitundi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Arogyavardhini Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Brahmi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Gaisantak Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- April 5, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Baidyanath brand Chitrakadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplements were found to contain lead, mercury and/or arsenic at levels exceeding permissible limits.
- March 29, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Life Rising TT Side Head Regulator, Chinese Herbal Supplement, 60 Tablets; Manufactured for: Ton Shen Health (USA), Chicago, IL, 60616; Made in China
Official wording (English):
High levels of lead discovered in product.
- March 29, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Product is packaged in a white plastic bottle with green lettering. The label reads in part LIFE RISING, Chinese Herbal Supplement, BRAIN-ECM, Brain E-Calm, 54…
Official wording (English):
The dietary supplement Brain ECM contains lead.
- March 29, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Tasty Sawa Ground Turmeric, 50 lb bag. Manufactured by Spices USA.
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Xanthium & Siler Combo (Bi Yan Pian) DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, Net cont: 100 tablets (300mg each), Net Wt. 1.06oz (30g)
Official wording (English):
Presence of Ephedrae Herba (ma huang), a FDA Banned Ephedra Alkaloid
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
The Sweet Dessert Corp., Tres Leches (Three Milk Cake), Peso Neto (Net Weight) 3oz and 4 oz., and 4oz (large label) Carr. 173 Km 7.1 Bo. Sumidero, Aguas…
Official wording (English):
Undeclared food color: Yellow #5, Yellow #5 lake, and Yellow #6 and Yellow #6 lake
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
The Sweet Dessert Corp., Tres Leches Chocolate (Three Milk Cake with chocolate), Peso Neto (Net Weight) 3oz and 4 oz., Carr. 173 Km 7.1 Bo. Sumidero, Aguas…
Official wording (English):
Undeclared food color: Yellow #5 and Yellow #5 lake, and Yellow #6 and Yellow #6 lake
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
1) Ground Tumeric item #73535 Net Wt 50 lbs Distributed by Gel Spice Co., Inc 48 Hook Road, Bayonne, NJ 07002 2) Spice Supreme Ground Turmeric Net Wt 2 oz. (56…
Official wording (English):
Ground Turmeric may contain excess levels of lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Ground Turmeric packaged as follows: a) FOOD LOCKER(R) , 16 oz, PHENIX FOOD SERVICE, PHENIX CITY, AL 36867 b) Ground Turmeric, Net Wt. 4 oz.,
Official wording (English):
The firm received a notice from their supplier that a sample of ground turmeric was tested and found to have elevated levels of lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Hot/Spicy Curry Powder. Packaged under the names: Blue Mountain Country Hot Jamaican Curry Powder, Jamaican Choice Jamaican Hot Curry Powder, Ocho Rios Jamaica…
Official wording (English):
Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Mild Curry Powder. Packaged under the names: Blue Mountain Country Jamaican Curry Powder, Jamaican Choice Jamaican Curry Powder, Ocho Rios Jamaica Nice Curry…
Official wording (English):
Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Hot/Spicy Jerk Curry Powder. Packaged under the names: Blue Mountain Country Hot Jamaican Jerk Curry Seasoning & Ocho Rios Spicy Jerk Curry Seasoning. Sold as…
Official wording (English):
Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead.
- March 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Mild Jerk Curry Powder. Packaged under name Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning. Sold as 2 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 22 oz, and 5 lb.
Official wording (English):
Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead.
- February 22, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Frozen Ground Tuna. Product is labeled in part: "PIER FISH CO. 68 CONWAY ST NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COLUMBUS FISH & SFD TUNA GRIND LOT# 16185 PRODUCT OF : USA…
Official wording (English):
Elevated histamine levels.
- January 25, 2017reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Starkey Spring Water, 16.9 FL oz. (500 mL) glass bottle. packed 15 bottles in cardboard box. Product UPC 8 11904 02000 7. Case UPC 8 11904 02002 1.
Official wording (English):
12 ppb of arsenic was detected in water sample
- January 18, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
IBF Peanut Butter, Net Weight 450 lbs, Hampton Farms, Severen, NC 27877.
Official wording (English):
Product was found to contain high levels of aflatoxin.
- January 11, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
LONGAN ARIL, NET WT: 10.6oz (300g), contains blue labeling
Official wording (English):
The item is subject to Import Alert 21-04 in that it appears to bear or contain cyclamate and dulcin which are unsafe food additives, the item does not declare saccharin on it's labeling and the the product appears to contain or bear the following unsafe color additive such as FD&C Yellow #5 (C.I.…
- January 11, 2017reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
LONGAN ARIL, Net Wt: 7.4oz (210g), contains yellow and orange labeling
Official wording (English):
The item is subject to Import Alert 21-04 in that it appears to bear or contain cyclamate and dulcin which are unsafe food additives, the item does not declare saccharin on it's labeling and the the product appears to contain or bear the following unsafe color additive such as FD&C Yellow #5 (C.I.…
- December 28, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Girl Scout Peanut Butter Sandwich, NET WT 8 0Z (227 g). UPC 0 20200 07007 8, ABC Bakers/Interbake Foods LLC, Richmond, VA 23233.
Official wording (English):
A single lot code of peanut butter used by the firm contained elevated aflatoxin levels
- December 28, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Benton's Peanut Butter filled Cookies covered in Rich Fudge, NET WT 9.5 OZ (269 g), UPC 041 498 1896 55, Distributed by ALDI INC. Great Value, Fudge Covered…
Official wording (English):
A single lot code of peanut butter used by the firm contained elevated aflatoxin levels
- December 14, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Yellowfin Tuna Ground Meat, 22 lbs./case, 5500 lbs Two boxes per case, 11 one pound packages per box, 22 one pound packages per case
Official wording (English):
Taiwan Seafood & Fish Corp initiated a recall of the ground Yellowfin tuna due to high levels of histamine.
- November 30, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
4% cottage cheese packaged in 16-ounce, 22-ounce, and 24-ounce plastic containers; under the Westby, Food Club, Oberweis, and Shurfine brand names.
Official wording (English):
The firm is conducting a recall of the 4% cottage cheese because the product tested positive for residue phosphatase.
- November 16, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Beirut Lift Turnip Pickles Imported & Distributed By: Baroody Import Inc. 1500 B Main Ave. -Clifton, NJ 07011 Tel: 973.3404832 700 g - UPC 642036014141 2 kg -…
Official wording (English):
Beirut Lift Turnip Pickles contain undeclared beet root red color.
- November 16, 2016reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Island Biscuit "Yum Yum - Creamy Strawberry" Biscuit Snack, Net Wt. 30 g, UPC 4 800098 122952
Official wording (English):
Sampling analysis revealed the product contains undeclared colors (FD&C Red #3 and Red #40).
- November 2, 2016reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Wilton Black Airbrush Color, Net Wt 0.64 FL OZ (19 mL)
Official wording (English):
Airbrush color found to contain mold, yeast or bacteria
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.