Chemical contaminant or residue: food recalls in the United States · page 15
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 15 of 18.
- January 1, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
White Corn Meal sold under the Aunt Jemima brand and packaged in a paper bag with a net weight of 80 oz. (5 lb.) 2.26 kg.
Official wording (English):
Some Aunt Jemima and Quaker brand Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Corn Meal, and Quick Grits have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit.
- January 1, 2014reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Buttermilk Self-Rising White Cornmeal Mix sold under the Aunt Jemima brand and packaged in a paper bag with a net weight of 32 oz. (2 lb.) 907 g.
Official wording (English):
Some Aunt Jemima and Quaker brand Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Corn Meal, and Quick Grits have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit.
- December 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Lam Sheng Kee HAW FLAKES, NET WEIGHT 380 g (13.4 oz), product is packaged in plastic bag with twenty four (24) bags per carton. UPC 6 949682 803780.…
Official wording (English):
A&C US Trading LLC., has recalled Haw Flakes due to use of unapproved food coloring.
- December 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
NOODLES HOUSE HOME STYLE NOODLES, Net Wt. 912 g (32 oz), product is packaged in plastic bag with twelve (12) bags per carton. UPC 6 949682 801731. *1st label…
Official wording (English):
LSG Food World Inc., has recalled Noodles House Home Style Noodles due to use of unapproved color and undeclared food additive.
- December 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
NOODLES HOUSE HOME STYLE NOODLES, Net Wt. 912 g (32 oz), product is packaged in plastic bag with twelve (12) bags per carton. UPC 6 949682 801724; *1st label…
Official wording (English):
LSG Food World Inc., has recalled Noodles House Home Style Noodles due to use of unapproved color and undeclared food additive.
- December 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
NOODLES HOUSE HOME STYLE NOODLES, Net Wt. 900 g (31.7 oz), product is packaged in plastic bag with twelve (12) bags per carton. UPC 6 949682 801748…
Official wording (English):
LSG Food World Inc., has recalled Noodles House Home Style Noodles due to use of unapproved color and undeclared food additive.
- December 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
NOODLES HOUSE HOME STYLE NOODLES, Net Wt. 900 g (31.7 oz), product is packaged in plastic bag with twelve (12) bags per carton. UPC 6 949682 801755…
Official wording (English):
LSG Food World Inc., has recalled Noodles House Home Style Noodles due to use of unapproved color and undeclared food additive.
- December 11, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
HCG Premium, Hormone-Free Drops 60 mL
Official wording (English):
Distributed dietary supplements with the following claims: "drops the fat, expels toxins, break down fat, block carbohydrates, suppresses appetite, suppresses fat absorption, creates a balance in the thyroid". In addition, the firm's website claimed to repair body tissue, such as minor ulcers and…
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Mozzarella String Cheese made with 2% milk for 1/4 less fat, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with either 12 or 24 pieces of mozzarella…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with either 12, 16, 24, or 48 pieces of mozzarella cheese…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Tomato and Basil, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with 12 pieces of mozzarella cheese…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Tomato and Italian Style Seasonings, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with 12 pieces…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Jalapeno Peppers, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with 12 pieces of mozzarella cheese…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Cracked Pepper, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with 12 pieces of mozzarella cheese…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Barbecue Seasoning, sold under Kraft brand or Polly-O brand and packaged with 12 pieces of mozzarella…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- December 4, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella String Cheese With Jalapeno Peppers, sold under Kraft brand and packaged with 24 pieces of mozzarella cheese with jalapeno…
Official wording (English):
Some varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese and String Cheese Twist products may spoil before their "Best When Used By" code dates, leading to product discoloration. The affected products all have code dates from October 25, 2013 through February 11, 2014.
- November 27, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
CTF Brand Tapioca Pearl Pandan (Green Color), 14oz Plastic Bags, Packaged at 50 bags per case. Packaged in plastic heat-sealed pouch. Brand name is CTF with an…
Official wording (English):
The recall has been initiated due to missing ingredients not being shown in the ingredient list of the packaging. The missing ingredients are: Artificial Color Yellow No. 5 and Brilliant Blue FD&C No. 1.
- November 20, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
White grits packaged in a paper bag labeled in part: Smooth & Creamy; Aunt Jemima; Quick GRITS; Cooks in about 5 minutes; ENRICHED WHITE HOMINY; NET WT 36.8…
Official wording (English):
Aflatoxins. Some Aunt Jemima brand Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Quick Grits Enriched with White Hominy, and Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix White have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit..
- November 20, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
White grits packaged in a paper bag labeled in part: Smooth & Creamy; Aunt Jemima; Quick GRITS; Cooks in about 5 minutes; ENRICHED WHITE HOMINY; NET WT 36.8…
Official wording (English):
Some Aunt Jemima brand Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix, Quick Grits Enriched with White Hominy, and Buttermilk Self-Rising Corn Meal Mix White have levels of aflatoxin above the legal limit..
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Jim Dandy¿ Iron Fortified Quick Grits, 1lb paper box, Labeled in part "INGREDIENTS: IRON, WHITE CORN GRITS, NIACIN, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Jim Dandy¿ Enriched Quick Grits, 1lb paper box, Labeled in part INGREDIENTS: WHITE CORN GRITS***NACIN, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID.…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White¿ SELF-RISING Corn Meal Bolted White Enriched Hot Rize Net Wt 5 lb (2.26 kg) Paper bag, Mfg Code 3127 511 BEST IF USED BY: 7-Jan-14, Product…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Gladiola¿ White Cornbread Mix, Net Wt 6 oz (170g) Laminated Pouch Mfg Code 3101 501 BEST IF USED BY: 11 APR 14 Product labeled in part, INGREDIENTS: ENRICHED…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White¿ Buttermilk Cornbread & Muffin Mix NET WT 6 OZ (170g) Laminated Pouch Mfg Code 3105 501 BEST IF USED BY: 15 APR 14 Product labeled in part…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White¿¿ COTTON COUNTRY CORNBREAD BUTTERMILK CORNBREAD MIX NET WT 6 OZ (170g) Laminated Pouch Mfg Code 3106 501 BEST IF USED BY: 16 APR 14 & Mfg Code…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White¿ SELF-RISING BUTTERMILK CORN MEAL MIX White-Enriched Hot Rize NET WT 32 OZ (2 LB) 907g Paper Bag Mfg Code 3151 511 BEST IF USED BY: 31 JAN 14…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
WHITE LILY¿ ENRICHED WHITE Cornmeal MIX SELF-RISING NET WT 32 OZ (2 LB) 907g Paper Bag Mfg Code 3135 511 BEST IF USED BY: 15-JAN-14 Product labeled in part…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White Buttermilk Cornmeal Self-Rising, White, Enriched NET WT 5 LB (2.26kg) Paper Bag Mfg Code 3152 511 BEST IF USED BY: 1-Feb-14; White Lily Buttermilk…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White Corn Meal Plain, White, Enriched NET WT 32 OZ (2 LB) 907g Paper Bag Mfg Code 3193 511 BEST IF USED BY: 12-Mar-14 Product labeled in part…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
White Lily Corn Meal Self-Rising, White, Enriched NET WT 5 lb (2.26kg) Paper Bag Mfg Code 3193 511 BEST IF USED BY: 12-Mar-14 Product labeled in part…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 13, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martha White Cotton Country Cornbread, NET WT 6 OZ (170g) Paper Bag Mfg Code 3107 501 BEST IF USED BY: 17-Apr-14 Product labeled in part, INGREDIENTS: ENRICHED…
Official wording (English):
The states of Alabama and North Carolina through independent testing notified JM Smucker that aflatoxin levels exceeded FDA specification (<20 ppb). Levels tested ranged from 30 ppb to 207 ppb.
- November 6, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Western Nut Salt Lake City Roasted and Salted Inshell Peanuts, 6 oz (170g). Packaged in OPP (oriented polypropylene) bags. Receive bulk roasted/salted inshell…
Official wording (English):
Western Nut is recalling certain lots of Roasted/Salted Inshell Peanuts due to unacceptable levels of Aflatoxin.
- October 30, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Coconut Tree Brand; Mut Gung Non; Ginger Candy; Ing: Ginger, Sugar, Water Sold in 8 oz sealed plastic pouches, and 12 oz sealed shrink wrapped plastic tubs. P.…
Official wording (English):
California Department of Public Health tested Ginger Candy and found that it may contain as much as .012 ppm of lead.
- October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Fresh Herbs Everyday Basil, Shenandoah Growers brand, packaged in .75 oz; 2 oz.; and 2.5 oz. in 3 count and 6 count cardboard sleeves and labeled in part…
Official wording (English):
Fresh basil may be adulterated with pesticides.
- October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Basil, fresh, Giant brand, packaged in 2.5 oz. package and labeled in part ***Distributed by FoodHold USA Landover, MD 20785***
Official wording (English):
Fresh basil may be adulterated with pesticides.
- September 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Frozen Hot Smoked Vacuum Packed Salmon
Official wording (English):
Frozen Hot Smoked Vacuum-Packed Salmon packaged in 1.5 lb packages is being recalled due to missing information on the label. Specifically, "Important: Keep Frozen Until Used. Thaw under Refrigerated immediately before use". Failure to provide instructions on the label for proper storage and…
- September 25, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Fresh Basil (Sweet Hawaiian and Thai) New Dream Team Inc. HI
Official wording (English):
State of HI issued Cease and Desist Order to grower of basil for positive sample results for pesticides not allowed on basil.
- September 11, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Hawaii Fresh Sweet Basil Hawaii Fresh Thai Basil product of the USA Crown Pacific International, Inc. Hilo, HI
Official wording (English):
State of Hawaii Issued a Cease and Desist Order to grower of basil for positive sample results for pesticides not allowed on basil.
- August 28, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Marmalade Fonariky Net 105.8 oz (3 kg) Product of Russia upc 460161417406
Official wording (English):
Marmalade contains undeclared colors and dyes.
- August 28, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Evviva Fresh Peach Spumante, UPC 84279-99137
Official wording (English):
Evviva Fresh Peach Spumante and Evviva Strawberry Spumante are being recalled because they contain coloring ingredients not permitted for use in the United States.
- August 28, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Evviva Strawberry Spumante, UPC 84279-99138
Official wording (English):
Evviva Fresh Peach Spumante and Evviva Strawberry Spumante are being recalled because they contain coloring ingredients not permitted for use in the United States.
- July 31, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
365 Organic 100% Apple Juice from concentrate with Vitamin C and Calcium in 6.75 fl oz (UPC 0 99482 42095 6) and 64 fl oz. (UPC 0 99482 42096 3) Distributed…
Official wording (English):
Elevated patulin levels.
- July 31, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Canned Mushroom Sliced 6 cans, 53oz
Official wording (English):
C. Pacific Foods is recalling canned mushroom sliced because it contains pesticide levels that are not approved for canned mushroom.
- July 17, 2013reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
R.L. Schreiber Batter Mix, 2.5 lb packaged in white flexible plastic bag, 12 bags per case.
Official wording (English):
Product contains undeclared Red 40. Product does not meet quality specifications for color.
- July 10, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
ARNETT'S PLAIN CORN MEAL NET WT. 24 OZ. (1lb. 8 oz)(680g
Official wording (English):
Due to high levels of aflatoxin
- July 10, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
ARNETT'S SELF RISING CORN MEAL NET WEIGHT 24 OZ. (1LB. 8 OZ) 680g
Official wording (English):
Due to high levels of aflatoxin
- July 10, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Dixie Lily Stone Ground Meal 24 oz & 5lbs
Official wording (English):
Due to high levels of aflatoxin
- July 3, 2013reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
FLAV-R-PAC IQF Chopped Spinach, packaged in a 32 oz. bag, NORPAC Catalog #30238-01. The UPC is 0 48800 30238 2 The product is labeled in parts: "***FLAV R…
Official wording (English):
IQF frozen chopped Spinach is recalled due to detection of elevated level of Cadmium.
- July 3, 2013reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
See's Milk Raisins: Ingredients: Raisins, Sugar, Cocoa butter, milk chocolate, soy lecithin, Vanillin, Dextrin, Confectionery glaze.May contain traces of eggs…
Official wording (English):
Potential for nuts and/or nut and egg residue may be present in some of the dark and milk chocolate covered raisins.
- July 3, 2013reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
See's Dark Raisins: Ingredients: Raisins, Sugar,chocolate, cocoa butter, butter (milk), vanilla, soy lecithin, Dextrin, Confectionery glaze. May contain traces…
Official wording (English):
Potential for nuts and/or nut and egg residue may be present in some of the dark and milk chocolate covered raisins.
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.