Chemical contaminant or residue: food recalls in the United States · page 6
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 6 of 18.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Dried salted plum, packaged in 22 lbs. carton. Product of China.
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels for lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
American Gourmet Saladitos (Dried Salted Plums) 1.5 oz. package UPC: 1578600104
Official wording (English):
California Department of Public Health sampled product and found it to contain high levels of lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
EL Leoncito brand Dry Salted Plum, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.4oz, UPC 8-52605-00024. 12 packs with 12 units per case - 144 total units El…
Official wording (English):
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
- March 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
El Super Leon brand, Dry Salted Plum with Chili, Shelf Stable, packaged in plastic bag, Net Wt 1.05oz, UPC 8-52605-00408. With 12 packs of 12 units per case…
Official wording (English):
Potential to be contaminated with lead.
- February 23, 2022reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Driscoll's Conventional Strawberries (Fresh) packed in 8x16oz clamshell and 4X32oz clamshell; 8 clamshells per case, 4 clamshells per case, respectively.…
Official wording (English):
Driscoll s identified specific lots of strawberries exceeding the United States Maximum Residual Limit (MRL) for the pesticide Etoxazole. Analytical results included residue level between 1.20 to 1.28 ppm
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Chive Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75107 4, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Marble Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75022 0, 12 retail units per wholesale case, and sold in 10lbs wholesale plastic…
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Horseradish Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75106 7, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Ranch Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75014 5, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese White Cheddar Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75021 3, 12 retail units per wholesale case, and sold in 10lbs wholesale…
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese 3 Pepper Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75020 6, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Bacon Cheddar Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75175 3, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Hickory Smoke Flavor Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75017 6, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Dill Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75019 0, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Sweet Basil Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75015 2, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 16, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Natural Way Cheese Cheddar Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75023 7, 12 retail units per wholesale case, and sold in 10lbs wholesale plastic…
Official wording (English):
The milk used in the cheese curd had been stored in a holding tank in excess of 72 hours, therefore exceeding the required 72 hour tank cleaning interval.
- February 2, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
10 oz. individually wrapped frozen tuna steaks; 4 servings per bag Important: Thaw under refrigeration immediately before use. May contain bones. Product must…
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels of histamines found in FDA consumer samples of frozen tuna steaks.
- January 19, 2022reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Moor Herbs Healthy Beauty Angel Formula packed in 16oz. plastic containers
Official wording (English):
Product is marketed as an infant formula but the required pre-market infant formula notification for this product has not been submitted to the FDA. Product tested by FDA was well above the maximum acceptable range for Iron, Potassium and Sodium, which could potentially lead to iron overload and/or…
- January 5, 2022reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Tuna, raw sold at meat counter and wrapped in butcher paper at point of purchase.
Official wording (English):
Tuna tested above 50 ppm histamine.
- December 8, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
"Herbal Doctor" brand Angelicae Sinensis, Natural Herb, Net Wt. 16 oz (454 g) packaged in a green plastic bag; and 12oz (340g) packaged in a clear plastic box
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of lead and cadmium
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Beef Gravy Mix Non-allergen N715025 Net Wt. 50 lbs. Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab for evaluation. Some samples were found with elevated lead levels
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Avocado Lime Seasoning Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Jalapeno Seasoning Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Mustard & Onion Seasoning Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Smoked Peppered Bacon Seasoning Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab
- November 24, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Carolina Ingredients Sweet Chipotle Seasoning Mfr. By: Carolina Ingredients, LLC Rock Hill, SC 29730
Official wording (English):
The firm was notified by their customer of possible lead in their products. The firm sent samples of the product to a lab
- November 10, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case
Official wording (English):
California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at levels of 0.055 ppm, which was determined to be a health hazard to consumers.
- November 10, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso, Espresso & Cream, 6.5 FL OZ UPC 012000001772
Official wording (English):
An issue with adequate sealing of canned coffee products potentially lead to premature spoilage.
- November 10, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso, Espresso & Light Cream, 6.5 FL OZ UPC 012000008801
Official wording (English):
An issue with adequate sealing of canned coffee products potentially lead to premature spoilage.
- November 10, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso, Espresso & Salted Caramel Cream, 6.5 FL OZ UPC 012000007293
Official wording (English):
An issue with adequate sealing of canned coffee products potentially lead to premature spoilage.
- October 27, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Parent's Choice Rice Baby Cereal. Stage 1, 4+ months. Fully Cooked. Just add Liquid. Net Wt 8 oz (227g) UPC 81131-08290. Distributed By: Walmart Inc.…
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated level of inorganic arsenic.
- September 1, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Hiland 100% Pure Apple Juice From Concentrate No Sugar Added Pasteurized 4 FL OZ (118 mL) packaged in paper cartons 75 cartons per case
Official wording (English):
Elevated levels of inorganic arsenic.
- July 21, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Watson Pickled Garlic Ail Marine; 500g (18 oz. plastic pouch. Refrigerate after opening. UPC 8 00794 00303 0
Official wording (English):
40 cases of product that had been detained by FDA for high lead levels were distributed.
- July 14, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Beech-Nut brand Single Grain Rice Baby Cereal; NET WT. 8 OZ (227g); INGREDIENTS: Rice flour, sunflower lecithin; packaged in an 8oz plastic canister with…
Official wording (English):
Product may contain elevated levels of inorganic arsenic (above 100ppb)
- July 7, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
URBAN MEADOW brand DRY ROASTED UNSALTED PEANUTS; NET WT 16OZ; INGREDIENTS: DRY ROASTED PEANUTS
Official wording (English):
Product may contain high levels of aflatoxin.
- June 9, 2021reportedFDAClass IChemical contaminant or residue
Mahayograj Guggulu; 120 Vegetarian Capsules, 1/2 lb. bags of powder Dietary Supplement, 1030 Matley Lane, Unit A Reno, NV 89502 Serving size: 2 capsule…
Official wording (English):
State of Iowa collected consumer sample and found high levels of lead - 12,200 mg/kg
- June 2, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Kauffman's Fruit Farm & Market Sweet Apple Cider; Keep Refrigerated; Packaged in plastic bottles with screw-cap lids in the following sizes: 12-once: 25…
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of patulin.
- May 26, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Kewpie Deep Roasted Sesame Dressing; 8 oz.(263ml/243g) and 64 oz. (1893 ml/1950g) bottles (glass and plastic) Refrigerate after opening. UPC 8 oz: 8 719189…
Official wording (English):
Some lots of Kewpie Roasted Sesame Dressing are being recalled because they deviated from European pesticide regulations. The product exceeded the ethylene oxide regulation of 0 05mg/kg.
- May 26, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Shrayy (white chalk) packaged in .68lb bags of synthetic plastic; no label on packaging
Official wording (English):
Product contains elevated levels of lead and arsenic.
- May 19, 2021reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Driscoll's Fresh Blackberries; 6 oz. or 18 oz. containers.
Official wording (English):
Firm determined that pesticide Bifenazate MRL is out of compliance for the US market. US MRL = 5ppm. Product tested = 5.8ppm.
- April 28, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Yellowfin Tuna portions Frozen IVP-CO Treated, Net WT 20 LBS, Size 1 LB.
Official wording (English):
Fish decomposition and histamines
- March 17, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Al-Riyan Tuna Meat in Vegetable oil 7 oz. can 48 cans per case
Official wording (English):
High levels of histamines
- March 10, 2021reportedFDAClass IIIChemical contaminant or residue
Ferrara Candy Company assorted candy Heart Box, including Laffy Taffy, Nerds, and SweeTarts candies. 10 retail units per wholesale case. Package UPC 0 41420…
Official wording (English):
Undeclared ingredients on retail packaging, including but not limited to certified colors Red #40 and Blue #1
- February 17, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Reese Bearnaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060109
Official wording (English):
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
- February 17, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Reese Hollandaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060108
Official wording (English):
Reports of compromised vacuum seal and product expansion which may lead to growth of microorganisms
- January 27, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Frozen Tuna Ground Meat - Khee Trading Brand Product of Vietnam 22 Lb. Cartons (2 x 11 lb.)
Official wording (English):
Potential elevated levels of histamine.
- January 20, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Frozen Ground Tuna, Wild Caught, Production Date: 06/01/2020. Product of Vietnam, Net Wt: 11 lbs. x 2: 22 lbs. Imported by Khee Trading, Inc., Compton, CA…
Official wording (English):
Ground Tuna may contain elevated levels of Histamine.
- January 6, 2021reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
Multigrain Solene Figotte, prebaked frozen breads with seeds, Item 29497, Net Weight 8.8 Lbs (4 Kg), Lot: 1234567, UPC code…
Official wording (English):
Unapproved pesticide-ethylene oxide in sesame seeds from India used in the production of flour in bread ingredient Multigrain Solene Figotte (seeds bread) imported from France.
- October 14, 2020reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
SKIPPY Super Chunk Peanut Butter 16.3oz UPC: 00037600110723 packaged in non-flexible plastic container
Official wording (English):
Aflatoxin level slightly above actionable limit
- September 16, 2020reportedFDAClass IIChemical contaminant or residue
MBF-202 Carrageenan
Official wording (English):
On August 28, 2020, the firm's customer discovered colored fibers up to 1/4 " in length after sifting a lot of finished carrageenan intended for use as an ingredient in a finished food product. The fibers were identified by the recalling firm as 'tie tie' a fibrous rope used for seaweed production…
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.