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U.S. Food Recalls in 2015
2,834 recalls reported to the FDA in 2015.
Class I 1,675Class II 1,091Class III 68
2015-08-26Class II· TX
H E B Grocery Company, LP
HEB Bake Shop 8 Hamburger, Enriched Buns, Net Wt. 17.75 OZ (1 LB 1.75 OZ), UPC: 04122041461; HEB Bake Shop 6 Texas Sized Hamburger Buns Enriched Buns, Net Wt. 17.75 OZ (1 LB 1.75 OZ), UPC: 041220742264; Kurz Texas Size Plain Buns (no label)
Reason: Products may contain cotton fibers.
2015-08-26Class II· CA
Maruchan, Inc.
Maruchan Instant Lunch Con Camaron, Contenido Neto 64 g, UPC code: 0 41789 00195 6, Maruchan Inc. Irvine, CA 92618. Product is packaged in a styrofoam cup with cardboard label wrapped around.
Reason: Potential metal fragments in products.
2015-08-26Class II· CA
Maruchan, Inc.
Maruchan Instant Lunch Con Camaron, Limon y Habanero, Contenido Neto 64 g, UPC code: 0 41789 00186 4, Maruchan Inc. Irvine, CA 92618. Product is packaged in a styrofoam cup with cardboard label wrapped around.
Reason: Potential metal fragments in products.
2015-08-26Class II· CA
Maruchan, Inc.
Maruchan Instant Lunch Sabor A Pollo, Contenido Neto 64 g, UPC code: 0 41789 00191 8, Maruchan Inc. Irvine, CA 92618. Product is packaged in a styrofoam cup with cardboard label wrapped around.
Reason: Potential metal fragments in products.
2015-08-26Class II· WA
Freedom Snacks
Sea Salt Caramel Gourmet Popcorn, sold under brand Freedom Snacks, packaged in a flexible plastic bag, net wt. 10 oz.. There is NO UPC. The product is labeled in parts: "***FREEDOM SNACKS***SEA SALT CARAMEL Gourmet Popcorn***Ingredients: popcorn, sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter (cream, salt), soybean oil, soy lecithin, sea salt, natural flavoring***Contains: SOY, DAIRY***".
Reason: Milk is not declared on label. The ingredients statement declared butter and the Contains statement declared dairy.
2015-08-26Class II· WA
Freedom Snacks
Classic Caramel Gourmet Popcorn, sold under brand Freedom Snacks, packaged in a flexible plastic bag, net wt. 10 oz.. There is NO UPC. The product is labeled in parts: "***FREEDOM SNACKS***CLASSIC CARAMEL Gourmet Popcorn***Ingredients: popcorn, brown sugar, sugar, corn syrup, butter (cream, salt), soybean oil, soy lecithin, salt, natural flavor***Contains: DAIRY, SOY***".
Reason: Undeclared milk. The ingredients statement declared butter and the Contains statement declared dairy.
2015-08-19Class II· CA
Optimal Nutrition, Inc
FITzee Foods Paleo Turkey Meatloaf all sizes (small, medium, large and XL)
Reason: Optimal Nutrition dba FITzee Foods is recalling Paleo Meatloaf because it contains green beans which is on recall due to Listeria monocytogenes.
2015-08-19Class I· NJ
Arthur Schuman Inc.
Bella Rosa Parmesan Net Wt. 20 oz (567 g) 1.25 LB Arthur Schuman, Inc. Fairfield, NJ 07064 UPC 088231410041
Reason: Bella Rosa Grated Parmesan Cheese may contain undeclared egg lysozyme.
2015-08-19Class I· NY
Patel Grocery Corp
AMERICA'S BEST CORRIANDER POWDER, NET WT.: 1) 7 OZ, 2) 14 OZ. (400 GMS) and 3) 28 OZ, sealed in plastic bags, Packed by Patel Grocery 5303 4th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11220
Reason: The product was found to contain undeclared peanut allergens based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
2015-08-19Class II· NY
Restaurant Depot
JAMES FARM GARDEN PEAS CHICHAROS, NET Wt. 40 OZ (2.5 LBS), FRESH FROZEN, UPC 7 60695 01000, product is packed in plastic bags and shipped as 12 units/40 oz. per carton, Net Wt. 30lb. Distributed by RD/Jet, LLC 15-24 132 nd Street College Point, NY 11356. PRODUCT OF POLAND.
Reason: Jetro Restaurant Depot has initiated a recall due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
2015-08-19Class III· PA
Niagara Bottling, LLC
Acadia Natural Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed by FoodHold USA, Inc, Landover, MD 20785; Acadia Natural Spring Water, 8 Fl Oz, Distributed By: FoodHold USA, LLC, Landover, MD 20785; Acme Natural Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz., Distributed By Supervalu, inc., Eden Prairie, MN 55344; Blu all natural Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed by: Millennium Food Group, Locust Valley, NY 11560; Big Y Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed by Gig Y Foods, Inc., Springfield, MA 01104; Best Yet Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Bottled By: Niagara Bottling, LLC, Ontario, CA 91761; 7 Select Spring Water, Net Wt. 16.9 FL OZ, Distributed By: 7-Eleven, Inc., Dallas, TX 75201; 7 Select Spring Water, 33.8 Fl Oz, Distributed By 7-Eleven, Inc., Dallas TX 75201; Morning Fresh Farms Mountain Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed By Merchants Distributors, LLC, Hickory, NC 28601; Niagara Natural Spring Water, Net. 8 fl oz, Bottled by Niagara Bottling, LLC, Ontario, CA 91761; Niagara Natural Spring Water, Net. 16.9 fl oz, Bottled by Niagara bottling, LLC, Ontario, CA 91761; Nature's Place all natural Spring Water, 8 Fl Oz, Distributed by DZA Brands, LLC, Salisbury, NC 28147/Scarborough, ME 04074; Nature's Place all natural Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed by DZA Brands, LLC, Salisbury, NC 28147/Scarborough, ME 04074; Price Rite Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Bottled By Niagara Bottling, LLC., Ontario, CA 91761; Super Chill H2O Natural Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed By Supervalu Inc., Eden Prairie, MN 55344; Shaw's Natural Spring Water, 8 Fl Oz, Distributed by Supervalu Inc., Eden Prairie, MN 55344; Shoprite Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed By Wakefern Food Corp, Elizabeth, NJ 07207; Shoprite Spring Water, 8 Fl Oz, Distributed By Wakefern Food Corp, Elizabeth, NJ 07207; Wegmans Spring Water, 16.9 Fl Oz, Distributed by Wegmans Food Markets, Inc., Rochester, NY 14603;
Reason: Source Spring Water was analyzed and found positive for E. coli and total coliform
2015-08-19Class II· OR
James G. Cole, Inc., dba ASN/Maxam Neutraceutics
ALL ASN products: The ASN products are in capsule or powdered form and bear the ASN label. *********the List of ASN products***************************** AFINITY WHEY PROTEIN; DHEA; HUMAGRO Homeopathic Growth Hormone 4c; PHYTOBOL; TESTRX; TRIBESTRONE II;
Reason: All ASN brand products are recalled because it was ordered by the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. Products are also recalled due to misbranded, adulterated, and unapproved new drugs because of certain claims about their effects had not been approved by the FDA.
2015-08-19Class II· OR
James G. Cole, Inc., dba ASN/Maxam Neutraceutics
ALL MAXAM PRODUCTS: The Maxam product is used orally in spray form and bears the Maxam label. ********The List of MAXAM products********************************************** AD Nutritional Support for a Positive Outlook; AFX Nutritional Support for Healthy Cellular Function; ANANDA Nutritional Support for Emotional & Muscular Well-Being; ANAVONE Nutritional Support for Healthy Stress Management; ANACORT 5 Methyl 7 Methoxyisoflavone; BCAA Branched Chain Amico Acids. Nutritional Support for Muscle Growth; BIOGUARD Nutritional Support for Gastrointestinal Health; B-MAX Nutritional Support for Endogenous B Vitamins; CELLAFLEX Nutritional Support for Joints, Skin & Connective Tissue; CO-Q10 Nutritional Support for Endogenous Co-Q10; CREOCELL Nutritional Support for Endogenous Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK); CYTOMUNE Nutritional Support for Healthy Immune Function; C-60 Fullerine. Nutritional Support for Antioxidant Activity; DEEP SLEEP; ENDOTROPIN; FGF Fibroblast Growth Factor. Nutritional Support for Endogenous; FGF; GTF; HCG Nutritional Support for Endogeous HCG; HIGH CHI; H-PLUS H-Plus Hydrogen. Nutritional Support for Health Cellular Antioxidant Activity; KETOPLEX Nutritional Support for Women's Hormonal Health; LIV Nutritional Support for Liver Health; MAXATROPIN Nutritional Support for Hormonal Health in Men & Women; MYOTROPIN Myostatin Inhibitor. Nutritional Support for Healthy Muscle Regeration; NADH Nutrional support for Healthy Mitochondrial Function; NATURAL PASSION; NERVEX Nutritional Support for Healthy Nerve Function; NEUROGEN Nutritional Support for Healthy Brain Function; OSTEOREN Nutritional Support for Health Teeth & Bones; OXYCHARGE Nutritional Support for Aerobic Metabolism & Endurance; OXYTOCIN Nutritional Support for Endogenous Oxytocin; PC3 Nutritional Support for Toxin & Waste Elimination 3 Ways; PCA Nutritional Support for Natural Toxin & Waste Elimination; PCR; PHP Paleolithic Human Probiotics. Probiotic & Post Biotic; PINEAL Nutritional Support for Pineal Health; SAMe Nutritional Support for Endogenous SAMe; SERENITY; TELONGMERASE Nutritional Support for Telomere Health; TRANQUILITY Nutritional Support for Relaxation; TRP Nutritional Support for Healthy Thyroid Function; XOMATROPIN Nutritional Support for Endogenous HGH;
Reason: All Maxam brand products are recalled because it was ordered by the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. Products are also recalled due to misbranded, adulterated, and unapproved new drugs because of certain claims about their effects had not been approved by the FDA.
2015-08-19Class II· IL
Kraft Heinz Foods
Kraft American Singles white American Pasteurized prepared cheese products packaged clear plastic. Sold at retail as 1lb. packages. Some products are only packaged in the clear plastic and some are packaged in the clear plastic with a blue label attached with white, black, and blue lettering.
Reason: The Kraft American Singles Pasteurized prepared cheese products contain a thin strip of plastic film that may remain on the edge of some cheese slices after the wrapper is removed.
2015-08-19Class II· IL
Kraft Heinz Foods
Kraft American Singles Pasteurized prepared cheese products packaged clear plastic. Sold at retail as 1 lb. packages. Some products are only packaged in the clear plastic and some are packaged in the clear plastic with a blue label attached with white, black, and blue lettering.
Reason: The Kraft American Singles Pasteurized prepared cheese products contain a thin strip of plastic film that may remain on the edge of some cheese slices after the wrapper is removed.
2015-08-19Class II· CA
Chemi-source, Inc.
DHEA 25mg, 60 count, sku: #6-09492-41001-6, and 90 count, sku: #6-09492-41002-3; 12 bottles/case.
Reason: Metabolic Response Modifiers (MRM) is recalling DHEA 25 mg capsules, 60 count and 90 count, because they may contain more DHEA than the label claims.
2015-08-19Class I· NE
D & D Foods, Inc.
Dijon Mustard Potato Salad, NET WT 3 LB (1.36 kg)
Reason: Cups of macaroni salad are in tubs which declare the product to be potato salad and fail to disclose the presence of milk and wheat allergens.
2015-08-19Class III· FL
Mason Vitamins, Inc.
Coenzyme Q-10 50 mg label reads in part, "***Major***CO Q-10 50 MG***For healthy HEART & IMMUNE function***Promotes ENERGY in all Body Cells***Dietary Supplement 30 SOFTGELS***."
Reason: Product is mislabeled. Some of the Co Q 10 30 mg bottles were labeled with the incorrect label, Co Q 10 50 mg.
2015-08-19Class I· NY
Lion Pavilion Ltd.
Tasty Peach Slices, NET WT. 3.87 OZ (110g), UPC 6 949663 601787 -- Product of China --- The product was packed in a clear plastic bottle/jar. --- 12.75 mg sulfites per serving.
Reason: The dried fruit product contained undeclared sulfites (225.0 ppm) based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
2015-08-19Class II· CA
Mitsuwa Corporation
Baked Seasoned Goby Okabe (Osakana Roll) Net Wt.: 65GR/2.29oz Ingredients: Goby, Sugar, Salt, Sorbitol, Monosodium Glutamate Keep Refrigerated SKU: 4 971455 081738 Product of Japan Exported By: KC Central Trading Co. Ltd. 4F 7-2 Irifune 3-Chome Chuo-Ku Tokyo 104-0042 Japan 03-3552-6906
Reason: Mitsuwa Corporation is initiating a recall of Baked Seasoned Sardine Okabe (Asuri Washi Shiokoki), Baked Seasoned Sardine Ambient Okabe (Iwashi Senbei), and Baked Seasoned Goby Okabe (Osakana Roll) due to not refrigerating the products when labeled to be kept refrigerated.
2015-08-19Class II· CA
Mitsuwa Corporation
Baked Seasoned Sardine Ambient Okabe (Iwashi Senbei) Net Wt.: 77GR/2.65oz Ingredients: Sardines, Sugar, Milk Protein Hydrolysate, Soy Sauce (Water, Soybean, Wheat, Salt), Sweet Cooking Wine, Sesame, Red Pepper, Monosodium Glutamate Keep Refrigerated Product of Japan Exported By: KC Central Trading Co. Ltd. 4F 7-2 Irifune 3-Chome Chuo-Ku Tokyo 104-0042 Japan 03-3552-6906
Reason: Mitsuwa Corporation is initiating a recall of Baked Seasoned Sardine Okabe (Asuri Washi Shiokoki), Baked Seasoned Sardine Ambient Okabe (Iwashi Senbei), and Baked Seasoned Goby Okabe (Osakana Roll) due to not refrigerating the products when labeled to be kept refrigerated.
2015-08-19Class II· CA
Mitsuwa Corporation
Baked Seasoned Sardine Okabe (Asuri Washi Shiokoki) Net Wt.: 70GR/2.47oz SKU: 4 971455 081714 Ingredients: Sardine, Salted Rice Malt, Sugar, Sorbitol, Monosodium Glutamate Keep Refrigerated Exported By: KC Central Trading Co. Ltd. 4F 7-2 Irifune 3-Chome Chuo-Ku Tokyo 104-0042 Japan 03-3552-6906
Reason: Mitsuwa Corporation is initiating a recall of Baked Seasoned Sardine Okabe (Asuri Washi Shiokoki), Baked Seasoned Sardine Ambient Okabe (Iwashi Senbei), and Baked Seasoned Goby Okabe (Osakana Roll) due to not refrigerating the products when labeled to be kept refrigerated.
2015-08-19Class II· UT
Novacare, LLC
Glucosamine 750 mg 120 ct, Capsule, Dosage: 12 capsules, 750 mg ea., three times daily with meals
Reason: TSN Labs is conducting a field action on Glucosamine 750 mg 120 ct due to inadequate allergen labeling.
2015-08-19Class III· TX
LV Foods, Incorporated dba Lee Egg Rolls
Lee Egg Rolls Vegetables and Textured Vegetable Protein, Net Wt. 15lbs. 0 oz., Lee Egg Rolls Jacinto City, Texas 77029
Reason: Undeclared Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
2015-08-19Class II· NY
Raymond-Hadley Corp.
Pride of Africa brand Enriched Farina, Net Weight 5 lb. (2.27 kg), UPC 016712016840 --- Product of The Raymond-Hadley Corp. Spencer, NY 14883 --- Product is packaged in a clear plastic pouch with green, brown and white artwork.
Reason: Pride of Africa Enriched Farina label failed to declare the presence of wheat.
2015-08-19Class II· OH
Krusinskis Finest Meat Products
Janka Fully Cooked Apricot Pierogi Ingredients: DOUGH: Blended Flour (Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Potassium Bromate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin), Water, Whole Milk, Eggs, Dried Potatoes (Color and Flavor Protected with Sodium Bisulfate, Citric Acid and BHT), Oleomargarine (Liquid Soybean Oil, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Water, Salt, Vegetable Lecithin, Vegetable Mono and Diglycerides, Whey Citric Acid, Calcium Disodium EDTA and Sodium Benzoate as preservatives. Artificially Flavored, Colored with Carotene, Vitamin A Palmitate Added), Salt, Sugar. FILLING: Sugar Syrup, Apricots prepared with Sulphur, Corn Syrup, Vegetable Stabilizer. FD & C Yellow #6.
Reason: Food recall due to misbranding/incorrect labeling of Janka Apricot Pierogies. Yellow #5 not included on label of final product.
2015-08-12Class II· FL
Anabolic Science Labs, LLC
"***SLIM X LEAN HOUR 12+ HOUR ENERGY***PRODUCT ID: ASL-SXL-03***Manufactured for: ASL ANABOLIC SCIENCE LABS WINTER PARK, FL 32789***
Reason: This product is being recalled due to the presence of undeclared synthetic hormone/prohormone (methylated anabolic steroid) ingredient.
2015-08-12Class III· FL
MedOp Health, Inc.
***MaxiFlex (Registered)***Multinutrient Formula***Maximum Joint Support***MedOp, Inc.***Dietary Supplement ***120 Vegetable Capsules***Distributed by MedOp, Inc., Oldsmar, FL 34677***www.medop.com***.
Reason: Maxivision MaxiFlex (Registered) Multinutrient Formula, 120 Vegetable Capsules is being recalled because a material review was conducted in April 2015. It revealed some of the Chondroitin Sulfate (Lot 093011 1031) raw material used in the manufacture of Maxiflex Multinutrient Formula Lot 32171215 was Out of Specification.
2015-08-12Class II· N/A
Midlon Foods Inc.
***Nice! (Trade Mark)***MARIA BISCUITS {0g TRANS FAT}***NET WT 7 OZ (200g)***Distributed by: Walgreen Co, 200 Wilmot Rd,, Deerfield, IL 60015***Walgreens 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed ***Walgreens.com***@2011 Walgreen CO.***Product of Spain***.
Reason: Labels were misaligned from the machine therefore covering the allergen warning statement
2015-08-12Class I· NJ
Pinnacle Foods, LLC
Wish-Bone Ranch Dressing Net. Wt. 24 oz. Distributed by Pinnacle Foods Group USA LLC Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-3620 UPC 0-41321-00661-6
Reason: Wishbone Salad Ranch Dressing contains undeclared eggs.
2015-08-12Class I· MN
Supervalu, Inc.
Caramel Nut Danish Rolls, 4 Ct., Net Wt. 13oz. in clear plastic clam shell.
Reason: Danish rolls, 4 ct (123 oz) may contain undeclared milk allergen
2015-08-12Class I· MN
Supervalu, Inc.
Caramel Danish Rolls, 4 Ct., Net Wt. 13oz. in clear plastic clam shell.
Reason: Danish rolls, 4 ct (123 oz) may contain undeclared milk allergen
2015-08-12Class I· MN
Supervalu, Inc.
Danish Rolls, 4 Ct., Net Wt. 13oz. in clear plastic clam shell.
Reason: Danish rolls, 4 ct (123 oz) may contain undeclared milk allergen
2015-08-12Class II· CA
Inn Foods Inc.
IQF Italian Cut Green Beans (each tote 1350 lbs) lot 880804 Harvest Delight Italian Green Beans, (Veg, mixed, FZN, Italian Blend, IQF) 2 lb. poly bags, 12 x 2 lbs, per case Lot 87151056, 960 cases, packed on 4/30/15; Harvest Delight Italian Green Beans, Lot 880271056, 848 cases, packed on 6/9/15; MFG SKU: 10568.
Reason: Due to customer request a sample of IQF Italian Cut Green Beans was sent to 3rd party laboratory found to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
2015-08-12Class I· NY
Maya Overseas Foods,Inc
A Taste of the East maya brand Cashew Split, packaged and sold in various sizes: (a) Net Wt. 7oz. (198g) UPC 0 20843 23038 9, (b) Net Wt. 14oz. (396g) UPC 0 20843 23071 6, (c) Net Wt. 28oz. (793g) UPC 0 20843 23032 7; (d) NET WT: 5 lbs. (2.25 kg) UPC 0 20843 23030 3 --- Packed and Distributed By: MAYA OVERSEAS FOODS INC. 48-85 Maspeth Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378 ---The repacked cashews are raw and shelled. --- NOTE: The Cashew Split was also distributed in 50 lbs. containers received from The Hemisphere Group (RES 71368) and is being sub-recalled by Maya Overseas Foods to its customers.
Reason: The cashews have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
2015-08-12Class II· PA
Cowden's Lycoming Bakery
2 fully baked pizza shells packed in plastic bag with labeling reading: Cowden's Lycoming Bakery 220 Curtain St, South Williamsport, PA; 2 Pizza Shells Net Wt. 20 oz. Ingredients: ***Flour (Hard Spring wheat flour), water, shortening (partially hydrogenated soybean and cottonseed oil), reddisponge (whey, corn flour, monocalcium phosphate, L-cysteine hydrochloride, potassium bromate), yeast***
Reason: Lycoming Bakery Pizza Shells contain whey. Whey was not identified as a milk allergen.
2015-08-12Class II· NJ
Mondelez International
Outer carton : Nabisco Newtons Fig 24-2 OZ (56 g) Packs Net Wt 3 lbs Mondelez International Mondelez Global LLC East Hanover, NJ 07936 USA Made in Mexico case UPC 0 44000 03445 0 Inner Pouch: Nabisco Newtons Fig Net Wt 2 oz (56 g) Mondelez Global LLC, East Hanover, NJ 07936 Made in Mexico retail UPC 0 44000 03445 0
Reason: Fig Newtons brand Club Super Carton cookie products is mislabeled. The outer carton does not declare milk but the inner carton does.
2015-08-12Class II· NJ
Church & Dwight Inc
Gummy Vites Complete Multivitamin L'il Critters 70 gummies Manufactured for Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Ewing, NJ 08628
Reason: Two lots of Lil Critters GummyVite 70 ct were produced using the Adult Multivitamin bulk.
2015-08-12Class I· MD
Charles Products Inc
Shot glasses with decorative artwork that reads Blue: "Who's Your Candy?!" SKU # 835989 Green: "Eye Candy" SKU # 835990 Red: "Hard on the Outside Sweet on the Inside" SKU # 835986
Reason: Through internal compliance and independent laboratory product testing program, the company became aware that glassware exceeded the FDA's guidance levels for lead and cadmium.
2015-08-12Class I· MD
Charles Products Inc
Pint sized glasses with decorative artwork that reads Blue: "Who's Your Candy?!" SKU # 835992 Green: "Eye Candy" SKU # 835993 Red: "Hard on the Outside Sweet on the Inside" SKU # 835991
Reason: Through internal compliance and independent laboratory product testing program, the company became aware that glassware exceeded the FDA's guidance levels for lead and cadmium.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Food Enforcement database.