Chemical contaminant or residue: food recalls in the United States · page 5
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 5 of 18.
- January 18, 2023reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Marketside Avocado Ranch Chopped Salad Kit Cabbage Blend, Four Cheese Blend, Blue Corn Tortilla Strips with Avocado Ranch Dressing Thoroughly Washed…
Official wording (English):
Incorrect chemical added into wash systems when certain organic loads of vegetables start to create excessive foaming. The incorrect chemical added was a lot of foam detergent.
- January 18, 2023reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Marketside Southwest Chopped Salad Kit Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Red Cabbage, Carrots, Green Onions, Tortilla Strips, Cheddar Cheese and…
Official wording (English):
Incorrect chemical added into wash systems when certain organic loads of vegetables start to create excessive foaming. The incorrect chemical added was a lot of foam detergent.
- January 18, 2023reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Martinelli's Gold Medal Apple Juice 1 liter (33.8 oz.) glass bottle UPC: 4124400102 6 Bottles per bundled shrink-wrapped pack/case.
Official wording (English):
Product test results found the product to have elevated Patulin levels
- December 28, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
King Oscar Anchovies Flat Fillet in Olive Oil 2 oz. can 18 cans per carton UPC number: 3480060061 Ingredients: Anchovies, Olive Oil, Salt. Packed in Peru…
Official wording (English):
Anchovies found to have elevated levels of histamine
- December 21, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Sardines in tomato sauce packed in cans labeled in part, "WILD PACIFIC SARDINES RAINCOAST TRADING TM***IN TOMATO SAUCE***NET. 4.2 oz (120 g)***INGREDIENTS…
Official wording (English):
Canned sardines in tomato sauce recalled due to high levels of histamine.
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Pedialyte Unflavored Electrolyte Solution 2 fl oz plastic reclosable bottle 12-4 packs in a case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Pedialyte Unflavored (Export to Canada) 2 fl oz plastic reclosable bottle 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac 360 Total Care 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 6 count carton, 12 count carton, 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac 360 Total Care/Similac 360 Total Care Sensitive Discharge Kit 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 6 count kit
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac 360 Total Care Sensitive 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 6 count carton, 12 count carton, 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac 360 Total Care Sensitive with Nipples 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 4 - 6 count carton
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Neosure 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Total Comfort 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 12 - 4 packs in a case, 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Special Care 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 4 count carton
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Stage 1 (Export Colombia) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Stage 1 (Export Dominican Republic) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Similac Water - Sterilized (Export Canada) 2 fl oz reclose able plastic bottle Packaged as: 48 count case
Official wording (English):
Compromised seal integrity which could lead to spoilage
- November 2, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Amla Alcohol-Free Extract, 2 oz. glass bottle, UPC 041979376093 and Amla Alcohol-Free Extract, 4 oz. glass bottle, UPC 041979376116, Secrets of the Tribe LLC…
Official wording (English):
Product has elevated level of lead.
- November 2, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Indian Gooseberry Alcohol-Free Extract, 2 oz. glass bottle, UPC 722267094379 and Indian Gooseberry Alcohol-Free Extract, 4 oz. glass bottle, UPC 722267094393…
Official wording (English):
Product has elevated level of lead.
- October 19, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Eden Organic Apple Juice in 32floz., 64floz., and 1.82L sizes, all sizes in glass bottle. Glass bottles packed 12, 32floz. bottles per wholesale case and 6…
Official wording (English):
culling not performed to remove rotted apples, excessive levels of patulin found in 1 lot
- October 19, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tidal Seafood Yellowfin Tuna Round Steaks 7 oz MED and LG Best Buy 6/17/2024 & 6/20/2024
Official wording (English):
Frozen Tuna may contain elevated levels of Histamine
- October 19, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tidal Seafood Yellowfin Tuna Saku Block 10-15 oz Best Buy 6/17/2024
Official wording (English):
Frozen Tuna may contain elevated levels of Histamine
- October 19, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tidal Seafood Yellowfin Tuna Poke Best Buy 6/18/2024
Official wording (English):
Frozen Tuna may contain elevated levels of Histamine
- September 21, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Capri Sun, Wild Cherry, Flavored Juice Drink Blend in 6floz. foil pouch. Sold in carton containing 10 pouches. Carton UPC 087684001004. Four cartons per…
Official wording (English):
cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line
- August 17, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natierra Nature & Earth Organic Blueberries Ingredients: Organic Freeze-Dried Blueberries NET WT 12 oz (34g) Distributed by Natierra Van Nuys, CA 91405-1545…
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels of lead detected as a result of testing conducted by Maryland Department of Health.
- June 15, 2022reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Zydot Ultimate Blend The Original Detox Drink Natural Cherry Flavor 16 fl. oz. (473 ml) UPC 754515281439 packaged in plastic bottle with lid
Official wording (English):
The ingredient list did not declare the preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate) and food coloring (R40) in the product.
- June 15, 2022reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Zydot Ultimate Blend The Original Detox Drink Natural Tropical Ice Flavor 16 fl. oz. (473 ml) UPC packaged in plastic bottle with lid
Official wording (English):
The ingredient list did not declare the preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate) and food coloring (B1 and R40) in the product.
- June 15, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Zydot Ultimate Blend The Original Detox Drink Natural Orange Flavor 16 fl. oz. (473 ml) UPC packaged in plastic bottle with lid
Official wording (English):
The ingredient list did not declare the preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate) and food coloring (Y5 and R40) in the product.
- May 25, 2022reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 oz, 12x12 oz, 12x10 oz, 2x8x18 oz Clamshell Distributed by Strawberry Associated, Inc. Watsonville, CA Product of Mexico
Official wording (English):
California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.
- May 18, 2022reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
'KORICA' ROASTED PEANUT; 10.6OZ (300G); packaged in plastic bags; Ingredients: Peanuts, Salt, Licorice, Anise, Cinnamon, Food Additives (Cyclamate); Product of…
Official wording (English):
Product contains cyclamate, an unapproved color.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Lemon Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Door County Cherry Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Eggnog Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Fall Spice Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Lavender Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Mint Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Passion Fruit Mango Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Raspberry Macaron, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Macaron Variety A, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Macaron Variety B, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- May 11, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
elegant foods Holiday Macaron Variety, Case of 100. 537 Atlas Ave, Madison, WI 53714.
Official wording (English):
Macarons do not declare the following colors: FD&C Blue #1, Blue #2, Red #3, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Red #40.
- March 30, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Snak Yard Dried Plums Saladitos; 12.7 oz. net wt (360g) Item number 1546905 UPC: 8 10019 60082 1 Made in China; Packed in Thailand Distributed by Alli & Rose…
Official wording (English):
Firm is recalling Dried Plums due to potential high lead content.
- March 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tolteca Saladitos Salted Dried Plums; Net Wt. 1.5 oz. (42.5g) packaged in a clear cellophane bag approximately (4 x 8 ). The name SALADITOS Salted Dried Plums…
Official wording (English):
Firm distributed Dried Salted Plum (Saladitos) that may contain high lead levels.
- March 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tolteca Saladitos con Chile Limon, Dried Plums with Chili & Lemon; Net Wt. .15 oz. (42.5g) packaged in a clear cellophane bag approximately (4 x 8). Green…
Official wording (English):
Firm distributed Dried Salted Plum (Saladitos) that may contain high lead levels.
- March 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Salted Dried Plums, 500kgcartons, 20kgs plastic bag/carton
Official wording (English):
Firm supplied salted dried plums (Saladitos) to two firms who are recalling due to high lead levels in product found by California Department of Public Health sampling.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
La Fiesta brand, Salted Plums with Chili Product. Product is packaged in cello bags, net wt. 1oz. UPC 0 32327 02829 0. There are 8 dozens per case. Product is…
Official wording (English):
elevated levels for lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
El Chavito¿ Saladitos Dried Salted Plums, net wt. 1.7 oz bag, Individual UPC 859470006049, Master Case UPC 859470006629. El Chavito¿ Saladitos Dried Salted…
Official wording (English):
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
El Chavito¿ Saladitos Enchilados Salted Plums with Chili, net wt. 1.7 oz., Individual UPC 859470006070, Master Case UPC 859470006612.
Official wording (English):
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Saladitos With Chili, Net Weight 16 oz (1lb) with UPC 0661799748162. The product is packaged in ultra clear sealed zip-lock plastic bag. There is no expiry…
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels of lead
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
LUPAG brand Plain Dried Salted Plums, net wt. 0.5oz, pre-priced at $.99 packaged in transparent poly bags sealed with a cardboard header, stapled one dozen…
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels for lead.
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.