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Labelling error: food recalls in the United States · page 18

965 official food recall notices published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States for the reason “Labelling error” (Shelfpedia classification of the official reason), newest first. Each notice links to the official page.

Notices

965 notices, newest first · page 18 of 20.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Hyper II DHA/EPA, 100 Count Softgels. Product labeling reads in part:"Hyper II DHA/EPA Refined Deep Sea Fish Oil 50% DHA - 30% EPA***Dietary Supplement 100…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Hyper II LECITHIN, 100 Count Softgels. Product labeling reads in part:"Hyper II LECITHIN***Dietary Supplement 100 Softgels***6 65176 01115 3***Manufactured…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Dietary Supplements Under the Same Formulation, Labeled and Packaged as the Following: LIVERAID, 200 Count Softgels; LIVER AID, 200 Count Softgels; MAX Brand…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Stem Cell Enhance, 1.0 fl. oz. Product labeling reads in part:"MAX Stem Cell Enhance***1.0fl. oz(30ml)***".

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand CoQ10, 90 Count Capsules Product labeling reads in part:"MAX CoQ10***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 90 Capsules***6 65176 30162 9***Manufactured in FDA Approved…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand GOUT AID, 130 Count Tablets Product labeling reads in part:"MAX GOUT AID***Dietary Supplement 130 Tablets***6 0 65176 26512 7***HealthMax Products…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX LIVER STRONG, 200 Count Capsules Product labeling reads in part:"MAX LIVER STRONG CoQ10***Dietary Supplement 200 Capsules***6 65176 32608 0***Manufactured…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Dietary Supplements Under the Same Formulation, Labeled and Packaged as the following: MAX LUNG AID, 100 Count Capsules; MAX Brand POMEGRANATE, 100 Count…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Nitric Oxide Enhance, 90 Count Capsules Product labeling reads in part:"MAX Nitric Oxide Enhance***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 90 Capsules***0 65176 55958…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Organic Blueberry, 100 Count Capsules Product labeling reads in part:"MAX Organic Blueberry***Dietary Supplement 100 CAPSULES***6 65176 62165…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Organic OPC31 Grapeseed Extract, 200 Count Capsules. Product labeling reads in part:"MAX Organic OPC31 Grapeseed Extract***NEW WITH…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Organic OPC69, 300 Count Capsules Product labeling reads in part:"MAX ORGANIC OPC69 MAXIMUM STRENGTH***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 300 Capsules***0 65176…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand RESVERATROL, 120 Count Capsules. Product labeling reads in part:"MAX RESVERATROL***Dietary Supplement 120 CAPSULES***Manufactured in FDA Approved…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Dietary Supplements Under the Same Formulation, Labeled and Packaged as the Following: MAX Brand SOY ISOFLAVONES, 90 Count Capsules; MAX Brand ULTRA…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand CoQ-10, 780mg, 300 Count Capsules. Product labeling reads in part:"MAX CoQ-10 80 mg***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 300 Capsules***6 65176 25166…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Max Blood Sugar Defense 150 tablets Dietary Supplement Product labeling reads in part:"*DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 150 tablets***Manufactured for:HealthMax Products…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Max LUNG AID Extra Strength 100 capsules Dietary Supplement Product labeling reads in part:"*DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 100 capsules***Manufactured for:HealthMax…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Max Probiotic-90 tablets UPC 6 65176 30625 9***Dietary Supplement Product labeling reads in part:"*DIETARY SUPPLEMENT***Manufactured for:HealthMax Products…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • October 2, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    MAX Brand Kidney Strong, 120 Count Tablets Product labeling reads in part:"MAX KIDNEY STRONG***Dietary Supplement 120 Tablets***6 65176 13427 2***Manufactured…

    Official wording (English): In response to a FDA inspection, the firm initiated this voluntary recall of various dietary supplements due to the following problems of mislabeling: 1) product named on the label is not actual product contained; 2)ingredients listed are not actual ingredients contained.

  • September 25, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Frozen, 4/3 lb unlabeled bags contained in a master carton box labeled in part: "Portico Brand 4/3 lb 170585 Breaded Scallops***Net Wt 12 lb (5.44…

    Official wording (English): Incorrect Ingredient Labeling

  • September 11, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Dove Chocolate Discoveries Fruit Collection Dark Chocolate - Covered Cranberries, Blueberries, Cherries Net Wt. 18 oz. Distributed by Dove Chocolate…

    Official wording (English): Cinnamon Dusted Dark Chocolate Almonds (Item Number: 3059D) were packaged in boxes labeled Fruit Collection (Item Number: 3265D), a mix of Dark Chocolate-Covered Cranberries, Blueberries, and Cherries.

  • September 11, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    ebA*(TM) Multivitamin Supplement, 180 tablets in plastic bottles, Distributed by Saratoga Therapeutics, LLC, North Wales, PA.

    Official wording (English): The recall was initiated due to discovery of the presence of milk components (milk protein(s) and lactose) despite labeling that incorrectly states it is free of milk components.

  • August 28, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Penguinos - four cream filled chocolate cupcakes: gluten, wheat & dairy free & vegan; 4 x 2.2oz cupcakes, net wt 8.8 oz. Ingredients: organic unrefined cane…

    Official wording (English): Mariposa Baking received a complaint from consumer who found a piece of coconut in a cupcake. Coconut is not an ingredient of the product and was not listed on the ingredient label

  • August 28, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Okami Fully Cooked Wild-Caught Lobster Roll with Avocado, in a 7oz plastic tray with lid, to be stored less than or equal to 40 degrees F.

    Official wording (English): The product was misbranded. Raw lobster meat (instead of cooked lobster meat) was used.

  • August 21, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    individual 2 oz chocolate macaroons packaged in plastic wrapper labeled as " Jennies DUTCH CHOCOLATE MACAROON, 2 oz. Red Mill Farms, Inc., Brooklyn, NY".

    Official wording (English): A recall was initiated as a result of an undeclared sugar ingredient in the labeling used for Jennies' Dutch Chocolate Macaroons.

  • August 21, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Bulk tablet label: Keytabs W.O. Glandulars (pink)

    Official wording (English): Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .

  • August 21, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    KEYTABS (Without Iron, Copper or Glandulars), packaged in 180-tablet bottles, a product of The Key Company, St. Louis, MO.

    Official wording (English): Product contains higher levels of niacin than claimed on label .

  • August 7, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    El Campestre Brand Ceviche De Basa. Packaged in 2/5lbs white plastic buckets with lid and handle, into 1/10lbs carton. Labeling reads in part:"EL CAMPESTRE…

    Official wording (English): El Campestre initiated this recall due to the following reason: mislabeling: does not contain Basa fish, it contains Swai fish.

  • July 31, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Master Cases, Product Code #8534 (6-12 count retail boxes) Label of master case bears the name: Donut House K -Cup Packs. 12-Count Retail Boxes, Product Code…

    Official wording (English): Regular (caffeinated) Coffee individual K-cup packs were packaged inside multi unit retail boxes labeled Decaffeinated Coffee.

  • July 24, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Somersault Pacific Sea Salt flavor, crunchy nuggets baked with sunflower seeds and toasted grains. 1 oz. packages sold in 6-count multi packs. Somersault…

    Official wording (English): A limited number of packages of 1 ounce Somersault Pacific Sea Salt products were inadvertently mispackaged - Somersault Santa Fe Salsa flavored product were inadvertently commingled with Somersault Pacific Sea Salt flavored product in packages labeled as Somersault Pacific Sea Salt.

  • July 17, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Shoreline Fruit Dark Chocolate Covered Dried Balaton Cherries Net Wt. 25 lbs Product of USA Traverse City, MI 49684

    Official wording (English): GKI is recalling Dark Chocolate Cherries produced on Jan 25, 2013 because dark chocolate strawberries are mixed with dark chocolate cherries. The strawberries contain sufites which are not declared on the label.

  • July 3, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Enzyme Solutions, A Dietary Supplement, Formula 29, 8 oz. (226.8g), UPC Code 697706041408. Distributed by: Enzyme Formulations, Inc., Madison, Wisconsin, 53719.

    Official wording (English): Enzymes Formulations Inc. is recalling Enzyme Solutions Formula 29 8 oz., lot 1225822 because of a labeling error at the manufacturing. This resulted in 10 jars incorrectly containing a Multiple Enzyme Powder.

  • June 5, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Meijer Diced Pears in Fruit Juice 8oz cup

    Official wording (English): Meijer Diced Pears in Fruit Juice, Meijer Diced Peaches in Fruit Juice, and Meijer Mandarin Oranges in Fruit Juice 8 oz (226g) labels were developed, the Serving Size was updated to 1 cup (226g) but the nutrition facts still reflect the 4 oz (113g) information.

  • June 5, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Meijer Diced Peaches in Fruit Juice 8oz cup

    Official wording (English): Meijer Diced Pears in Fruit Juice, Meijer Diced Peaches in Fruit Juice, and Meijer Mandarin Oranges in Fruit Juice 8 oz (226g) labels were developed, the Serving Size was updated to 1 cup (226g) but the nutrition facts still reflect the 4 oz (113g) information.

  • June 5, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Meijer Mandarin Oranges in Fruit Juice 8oz cup

    Official wording (English): Meijer Diced Pears in Fruit Juice, Meijer Diced Peaches in Fruit Juice, and Meijer Mandarin Oranges in Fruit Juice 8 oz (226g) labels were developed, the Serving Size was updated to 1 cup (226g) but the nutrition facts still reflect the 4 oz (113g) information.

  • May 22, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Heartland Gourmet Gluten Free double chocolate cookie mix, DAIRY FREE, packaged in 16-oz. boxes. Manufactured by: Heartland Gourmet, LLC, Lincoln, NE.

    Official wording (English): Some of the products contain milk but are labeled as dairy free.

  • May 22, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Heartland Gourmet Gluten Free chocolate chip cookie mix, DAIRY FREE, packaged in 16-oz. boxes. Manufactured by: Heartland Gourmet, LLC, Lincoln, NE.

    Official wording (English): Some of the products contain milk but are labeled as dairy free.

  • May 22, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Heartland Gourmet Gluten Free rosemary basil pizza crust mix, DAIRY FREE, packaged in 15.4-oz. boxes. Manufactured by: Heartland Gourmet, LLC, Lincoln, NE.

    Official wording (English): Some of the products contain milk but are labeled as dairy free.

  • May 22, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Add a Scoop by Smoothie Essentials; Probiotic; Supports Digestive Health, dietary supplement; Net Weight: 1 lb (464g) 16 oz. Contains Bacillus Coagulans…

    Official wording (English): It was discovered that label for Add a Scoop Probiotic stated that it was GMO free, however manufacturers paperwork did not support the claim.

  • May 8, 2013reportedFDAClass I
    Labelling error

    Wegmans Food You Feel Good About Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Net Wt 8 oz. (227g) Product is packaged in plastic containers, 12 containers per case. UPC: 77890…

    Official wording (English): Wegmans Foods Markets issued a Press Release on April 16, 2013 and is recalling affected units of Roasted Red Pepper Dip because some of the tubs may have an incorrect ingredient label that does not list milk and eggs.

  • May 1, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    all One Active Senior Multiple Vitamin & Mineral Powder dietary supplement, 30 Day Supply, 15.9 oz. canisters

    Official wording (English): Product label misprinted to include claim of "No Dairy", even though milk is present in an ingredient (whey protein isolate). "Certified Vegan" is also claimed on the product label. The Supplement Facts panel and side panel discusses the presence of milk in the product.

  • May 1, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    all One Original Formula Multiple Vitamin & Mineral Powder dietary supplement, 30 Day Supply, 15.9 oz. canisters

    Official wording (English): Product label misprinted to include claim of "No Dairy", even though milk is present in an ingredient (calcium caseinate). "Certified Vegan" is also claimed on the product label. The side panel discusses the presence of milk in the product.

  • April 24, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Humboldt Fog (brand) Cypress Grove Chevre, Aged Goat Milk Cheese. Packaged in 7oz (random weight) and 5 oz (random weight). Cypress Grove Chevre # 213146 7oz…

    Official wording (English): DPI Specialty Foods has been notified that some Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog Goat Cheese was labeled with incorrect ingredients. This product is produced with pasteurized goat milk, and was labeled as containing cultured raw cow's milk.

  • April 17, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    Mikesell's Honey Barbecue TOMATO AND SPICES WITH A HINT OF SWEET FLAVORED POTATO CHIPS Gluten Free 1 oz., 2 oz., 6 oz., 10 oz., 16 oz. MIKESELL'S SNACK FOOD…

    Official wording (English): The firm received complaints of illness involving the product. Further investigation revealed that the package was mislabeled as "Gluten Free"

  • April 3, 2013reportedFDAClass III
    Labelling error

    Opalescence Treswhite Supreme Peach Patient Kit

    Official wording (English): Product was packaged into kits labeled as having a shelf life of 2103-05. The correct shelf life is 2013-05.

  • March 20, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    LYFE Kitchen, Sweet Corn Chowder with Cashew Cream, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Bell Peppers; 28 oz. 680 gr, Keep Refrigerated. UPC 855764003527 Del Monaco…

    Official wording (English): Costco notified firm that some containers of their LYFE Kitchen Sweet Corn Chowder were packaged in a sleeve labeled Orange Carrot Ginger Soup. Individual boxes of the corn chowder are properly labeled and product identity is visible to the consumer.

  • March 20, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    55613210946 Western Family, Easy Sides, Herb & Butter Pene, Net WT 5.5 oz (156 g), UPC "0 15400 12655 7", Proudly Distributed by Western Family Foods, Inc.…

    Official wording (English): Bay Valley Foods is voluntarily recalling approximately 430,227 cases of boxed pasta mix products manufactured by its subsidiary STP Specialty Foods, Inc. because the labeling did not include soy lecithin in the ingredient statement.

  • March 20, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    556132100582 Meijer, Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs Angel Hair Pasta with Creamy Herb Sauce Mix , Net WT 4.8 oz ( 136g), UPC 7 19283 73636 95, Dist. by Meijer…

    Official wording (English): Bay Valley Foods is voluntarily recalling approximately 430,227 cases of boxed pasta mix products manufactured by its subsidiary STP Specialty Foods, Inc. because the labeling did not include soy lecithin in the ingredient statement.

  • March 20, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    55613130643 Our Specialty Linguini & Parmesan, Linguini pasta with naturally flavored Parmesan & Romano Cheese Sauce Mix, Net WT 5.8 oz ( 164g), UPC 0 55049…

    Official wording (English): Bay Valley Foods is voluntarily recalling approximately 430,227 cases of boxed pasta mix products manufactured by its subsidiary STP Specialty Foods, Inc. because the labeling did not include soy lecithin in the ingredient statement.

  • March 20, 2013reportedFDAClass II
    Labelling error

    55613205218 Pasta on the Side,  Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs, Net WT 4.8 oz ( 136g), UPC 0 51933 08275 5, Distributed by Save- A- Lot Food Stores LTD, Earth…

    Official wording (English): Bay Valley Foods is voluntarily recalling approximately 430,227 cases of boxed pasta mix products manufactured by its subsidiary STP Specialty Foods, Inc. because the labeling did not include soy lecithin in the ingredient statement.

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.