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U.S. Food Recalls in 2012
1,917 recalls reported to the FDA in 2012.
Class I 1,053Class II 801Class III 63
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Lavender Flower Medium Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Marigold Petals Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Hops Flower; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Fennel Seed, Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Green Tea, Gunpowder C/S; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Chicory Root Roasted Granules Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Carob Raw Powder Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
Reason: CA Department of Public Health inspectors found a pervasive infestation of mice in the facility.
2012-09-26Class II· FL
Atico International USA, Inc.
Roundy's Rich Fields Butter Cookies. Product is labeled in part: Side of tin: "***RICH FIELDS*** Butter Cookies***NET WT 12 OZ (340g)***See Bottom Panel for Nutritional Information***" Bottom of tin: "***Nutrition Facts Serving Size 4 Cookies (30g)***INGREDIENTS: Wheat Flour, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Salt, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier) Leavening Agent (Sodium bicarbonate), Artificial Flavor.***Contains Egg, Milk, Wheat, Soy***Manufactured in a facility that process peanuts and tree nuts.***Distributed By: ATICO INTERNATIONAL USA, INC. FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33301***MADE IN CHINA*** ROUNDY'S***205049***8 84118 12366 6***"
Reason: Atico International USA, Inc. is recalling Roundy's Rich Fields Butter Cookies due to Toxigenic Bacillus cereus found in a sample tested by FDA.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
GMP Laboratories of America Inc
Dietary supplement. Product is labeled as :" Rescue Me***911 Damage Control***brantley living herbal formulas***HERBAL SUPPLEMENT 15 INDIVIDUAL PACKETS 4 VEGAN CAPSULES PER PACKET (2-368mg/2-584mg Each)***DISTRIBUTED EXCLUSIVELY BY: Living Herbal Pharmacy, LLC PO Box 56-2410, Miami, FL 33256-2410***".
Reason: The firm recalled because the product lot contained mispackaged product wherein some capsules were missing from the finished packaged product.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
American Licorice Co
Original Snaps Classic Chewy Candy; packed in 5.5 oz bags, 4.5 oz theatre box and 12 oz. tins. UPC 5.5 oz - 4136408300; 4.5 oz Theatre Box UPC 4136408302; Theatre box shipper UPC 4136408295. 12 oz tin UPC 4136408299; American Licorice Company Union City, CA
Reason: CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
American Licorice Co
RED VINES Mixed Bites; Red and Black licorice mixed bites. UPC: 4136400288 and 4136451277. Family Mix Half Pallet; UPD 4136421697; Family Mix PDQ; UPC 4136455297; Mixed Original Red/Black Licorice Bag Pallet; UPC 413466283; Family Mix 1/4 pallet; UPC 4136424097; 96/5 ox mixed floor display; UPC 4136454279; Mixed 4 lb Jar Pallet 120 original Red/30 Black licorice; UPC 4136421543; Family Mix Pallet: UPC 3146436097; American Licorice Company Union City, CA
Reason: CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
2012-09-26Class II· CA
American Licorice Co
Red Vines Black Licorice Twists; No preservatives and Always Fat Free Packaged in the following configurations: One Pound Pac: Red and white Plastic bag with a window to display licorice twists. UPC 0 41364 00283 5; 5 oz Black Licorice Tray Pack; UPC 4136451277 and 4136450277; 7 oz Black Licorice Laydown Bag: UPC 4136454347: 8 oz Jumbo Black twists hanging bag; UPC 4136400231; 2.5 oz Black Licorice Bar; 4 lb Black Licorice Jar, UPC 413400103; Ingredients: Molasses, Wheat Flour, corn Syrup, Caramel Coloring, Licorice Extract, Salt and Anise Flavor. American Licorice Company Union City, CA
Reason: CA Dept. of Public Health collected random samples of Red Vines Black Licorice and found elevated levels of lead in the product.
2012-09-19Class III· MI
Meijer Distribution, Inc
Meijer Brand Mushrooms, imported from The Netherlands Stems & Pieces, DR WT 4-oz and 8-oz sizes/Net Wt. 6.5-oz and 13.25-oz, UPC 7-1373337545-0 and UPC 7-1373337544-3
Reason: The sodium in the product is above the declared value of the sodium stated on the label.
2012-09-19Class II· NJ
Sunny Seafoods Inc
Half Shell Oyster Imported By: KORYEO INT'L CORP 200 STEWART AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11237; SPEC 72PCS; COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: REPUBLIC OF KOREA; METHOD OF PRODUCTION: FARM RAISED; ICSSL No. KR-8-SP
Reason: This recall was mandatory by the States. Frozen Oysters from Korea is considered adulterated. First found out by one of our customer in NY called Sunny Seafoods on 5/07/12 asking about the recall. Inspector from NY Dept. of Health notified our customer. Oyster farming area in Korea found to be adulterated.
2012-09-19Class II· NJ
Sunny Seafoods Inc
Frozen Cooked Oyster: 1) Cooked Oyster 40-90 CT/LB IQF Packed By: Dai One Food.Co., LTD. Country of Origin: Republic of Korea. NET WT.: 40 LBS with 8 LBS Glaze; ICSSL No. KR-8-SP 2) AquaRoyale FROZEN COOKED OYSTER IQF PACKED FOR: SUNNY SEAFOODS INC. 11 SUNFLOWER AVENUE, PARAMUS, NJ 07652 U.S.A. NET WT.: 4 LBS (1/40 LBS) PACKED BY DAI ONE FOOD CO., LTD. ICSSL NO. KR-8-SP.
Reason: This recall was mandatory by the States. Frozen Oysters from Korea is considered adulterated. First found out by one of our customer in NY called Sunny Seafoods on 5/07/12 asking about the recall. Inspector from NY Dept. of Health notified our customer. Oyster farming area in Korea found to be adulterated.
2012-09-19Class II· NJ
Sunny Seafoods Inc
AquaRoyale Oyster IQF Packed By Dai One Food.Co., LTD. Packed For: Sunny Seafoods, Inc. 11 Sunflower Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652. USA NET WT.: 20 LBS (40/8oz) ICSSL No. KR-8-SP
Reason: This recall was mandatory by the States. Frozen Oysters from Korea is considered adulterated. First found out by one of our customer in NY called Sunny Seafoods on 5/07/12 asking about the recall. Inspector from NY Dept. of Health notified our customer. Oyster farming area in Korea found to be adulterated.
2012-09-19Class II· FL
Atlas Operations, Inc.
Meal Replacement product is labeled in part: "***The Perfect Shake***All of the Best***None of the Rest***foru***Dietary supplement***Net wt. 20 oz (1 lb 4 oz) (564 g)***A well balanced blend of old-world plant nutrition.***What's in The Perfect Shake supplement? All of the best, and none of the rest, in amounts that are the right balance for you.***More than just the best ingredients, The perfect Shake supplement is made from the optimal ratio of the right ingredients, scientifically designed to supplement a healthy diet and use along with your weight management program.**The Perfect Shake supplement is as much about what it doesn't contain as what it does. There are no animal proteins (it's vegan). No whey, soy or casein. No ingredients produced using biotechnology. No glutens. No artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame.***Maintaining your ideal energy levels and supporting your weight management goals shouldn't be a challenge; it should be easy, natural, and something anyone can do.***Try The Perfect Shake Supplement for 30 days. If you don't love it, return the empty container for a full refund.***All of the Best***Ancient Grain Blend***Amaranth, Sorghum and Brown Rice***Richest sources of nutrients among grains***Metabolic Support Blend***Use as part of your diet to help promote healthy blood sugar levels***Promotes healthy metabolism* ***SuperFood Blend***With superfoods like spinach and carrot powders***Lycopene - the powerful anti-oxidant***Digestive Blend***Dietary fiber to support your digestive system***Guar gum to provide a gentle laxative***Beneficial bacteria to promote digestive health* ***Natural Flavoring and Sweeteners***NuStevia - sweeter than sugar without the unwanted effects***Natural vanilla flavor***None of the Rest***whole milk***gluten***lactose***processed sugar***fructose***casein protein***processed sugar***fructose***casein protein***synthetics***food dyes***artificial coloring***ingredients produced using biotechnology***artificial sweeteners***artificial flavorings***Directions for use: For adults 18 years and older, mix one full scoop with water or skim milk. Not for use by individuals under the age of 18.***Supplement Facts Serving Size 1oz***Servings Per Container: 30***Ancient Grain Blend 10g***Brown Rice, Amaranth, Sorghum***Metabolic Support Blend 346mg***Irvingia Gabonesis 4:1, Guarana PE 12% Chromium Picolinate, Slippery Elm Bark Spirulina Powder, Vita Choline, Mucuana Pruiens 25% To 40%, Noni PE 4:1, PPQ***SuperFood Blend 195mg***Spinach Powder, Carrot Powder, Pascalite Powder Horsetail Powder Ext. 7%, Lycopene 5%***Digestive Blend 5g***Fibers (Maltodextrin), UltraSmooth (Tic Gum) Guar Gun, Fungal Protease 100,000HUTG Lactobacillus Acidophilus 10 Billion***Other Ingredients: Natural Vanilla Flavor, NuStevia***This product is derived from natural ingredients and therefore color may vary from lot to lot, and some ingredients may not dissolve as rapidly as other natural ingredients.***Keep lid tightly closed and in a dark, cool place. Keep out of reach of children. This product is sold by weight, not by volume. Settling of contents may occur during shipping and handling.***Questions? 1-888-488-9493***Manufactured for foru international, inc. 1231 Greenway Drive, Ste. 200 Irving Texas 75038***" The product is in white plastic bottles with Black Top. Product is packaged 12 bottles per case. Product Form: Powder. Dosage: 1 Scoop (16.6g) Product Description: Cream color powder blend, somewhat vanilla scent. Product use: Intended use as meal replacement.
Reason: Atlas Operations, Inc is recalling Meal Replacement foru Dietary Supplement, Lot R2-981-12, Exp. Date: 7/14 for possible microbial contamination.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wegmans Apples, Granola, & Low Fat Vanilla Yogurt, 4.3 OZ (122g) Distributed by: Wegmans Foods Markets, Inc. Rochester, NY 14603 On or before August 18; UPC 7789026737
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wegmans Apples, Cheese & Caramel Dip, 4 OZ (113g) Distributed by: Wegmans Foods Markets, Inc. Rochester, NY 14603 On or before August 15; UPC 7789026743
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wegmans Apples, Celery, Raisins, & Peanut Butter Net Wt 4 oz. (113g) Distributed by: Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Rochester, NY 14603 On or before August 18; UPC 7789026744
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa turkey & cheese sandwich Net Wt 7.7 OZ (219g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 10; UPC 261905622
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa red grapes Net Wt 3 OZ (85g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 13; UPC 2619102518
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa protein power pack Net Wt 7.8 OZ Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 11; UPC 261902565
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
) Wawa fruit & cheese Net Wt 6 OZ Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 11; UPC 261902567
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
21) Wawa Chicken salad sandwich Net Wt. 7.8 OZ (221g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 10; UPC 261905670
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa Chicken salad Snack Net Wt. 6.7 oz Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 12; UPC 261902760
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa baby carrots Net Wt 3 oz (85g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 16; UPC 2619102517
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa apple slices Net Wt 3.5 OZ (99g) Distributed by: Wawa Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 16; UPC 261902232
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa apple peanut butter dipper Net Wt. 6.5 OZ (183g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 15; UPC 261900268
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Wawa apple caramel dipper Net Wt 6.7 OZ (191g) Distributed by: Wawa, Inc. Wawa, PA 19063 wawa.com On or before August 16; UPC 261900394
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Safeway farms Complete Apple, Blue Cheese & Pecan Total Net Wt. 8.75 OZ (248g) Salad & Toppings 6.75 OZ (191g) Dressing 2 OZ (!.83 FL OZ) 54 mL Distributed by Safeway Inc. PO Box 90 Pleasonton, CA 94506-0009 1-800-SAFEWAY/www.safeway.com On or before August 18; UPC 2113033680
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac Sweet Sunshine Platter Net Wt 37 OZ )2 LB 5 OZ) 1.05 Kg Dist. by Ready Pac Foods, Inc., Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 16; UPC 7774524204
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac super fruit medley Net Wt 10.5 OZ (298g) Dist. by Ready Pac Foods, Inc., Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 16; UPC 7774523746
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac super fruit blend Net Wt 6 oz (170g) Distributed By Ready Pac Foods Inc., Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 17; UPC 7774523076
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac Ready Snax Apples, Granola, & Yogurt Snack Pac Net Wt 4.3 OZ. Distributed By Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 18; UPC 7774523089
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac Ready Snax Apples, Celery, Raisins with Peanut Butter Snack Pac Net Wt 4 oz (113g) Distributed By Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 18; UPC 7774523897
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac Ready Snax Apples & Cheese with Caramel Dip Snack Pac Net Wt. 4 OZ (113g) Distributed By Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 readypac.com On or before August 18; UPC 7774523896
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac fruit tray bien Net Wt. 32 OZ (2 LB) 907 g Distributed By Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 18; UPC 7774521606
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac fruit frenzy Net Wt. 32 OZ (2 LB) 907 g Distributed by Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-782 www.readypac.com On or before August 18; UPC 7774523086
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2012-09-19Class I· NJ
Missa Bay, LLC
Ready Pac Bistro Apple Bleu Pecan Salad Net Wt. 4.75 OZ (135g) Dist. by Ready Pac Foods, Inc., Irwindale, CA 91706 USA 1-800-800-7822 www.readypac.com On or before August 12; UPC 7774529497
Reason: The products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Food Enforcement database.