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U.S. Food Recalls in 2018
1,958 recalls reported to the FDA in 2018.
Class I 618Class II 1,196Class III 144
2018-12-19Class II· UT
Feast Mode Blending & Filling
Feast Mode Flavors Garlic Beer Seasoning, Nt. Wt. 5 oz, plastic bottles
Reason: Feast Mode Garlic Beer Seasoning is mislabeled as "Gluten Free"
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade Combo (Multipack) 24/600 mL
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Fruit Punch, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Grape, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Lemon Lime, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Melon, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Orange, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Cool Blue, 20.3 FL OZ, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class III· FL
The Gatorade Puerto Rico Co
Gatorade, Frost Glacier Freeze, Cont. Neto (600 mL)
Reason: Product is contaminated with mold.
2018-12-19Class II· TN
4Patriots, LLC
4Patriots Chicken a la King CONTAINS: Wheat, Coconut NET WT. 10.0 oz (284 g)
Reason: Milk not declared on product label.
2018-12-19Class II· MN
Schwan's Global Supply Chain, Inc.
Schwan's Sea Salt Carmel Cashew Ice Cream (#206). Net Wt 56 oz.
Reason: One date of production of Schwan's Sea Salt Caramel Cashew Ice Cream is being due to potential glass contamination.
2018-12-19Class II· WI
Cedar Lake Tea
Apricot Chai Tea, 8 oz. Loose. UPC 41427-96317
Reason: Organic Apricot Chai Loose Tea is being recalled due to potential glass contamination.
2018-12-19Class II· CA
Gemini Food Corporation Inc
Imperial Taste Fried Garlic, Tu Phi; 24 x 8oz. Item #1763 UPC Code: 741861017638; 24 x 12oz. Item #1762 UPC Code: 741861017621 Ingredient: Garlic, Palm Oil Product of Vietnam Distributed by Gemini Food Corporation, City of Industry, CA
Reason: Investigation of consumer complaint found that two products had undeclared wheat as flour in an ingredient and was not listed in the ingredient statement.
2018-12-19Class II· CA
Gemini Food Corporation Inc
Imperial Taste Fried Red Onion, Cu Hanh Phi; 24 x 8oz. Item #1760, UPC Code: 741861017607; 24 x 12oz. Item #1761, UPC Code: 741861017614; Ingredients: Red Onion, Palm Oil Product of Vietnam Distributed by Gemini Food Corporation, City Of Inductry, CA 91789
Reason: Investigation of consumer complaint found that two products had undeclared wheat as flour in an ingredient and was not listed in the ingredient statement.
2018-12-12Class I· MI
Harb Dairy, Inc. DBA Green Cedar Dairy
Green Cedar Ackawi cheese in small clear plastic shrink wrapped packaging bearing a sell by date of March 26, 2019 or later. The sell by date is on a white sticker on the back of the product. , Keep Refrigerated
Reason: Harb Dairy dba Green Cedar Dairy initiated a voluntary recall of Ackawi cheese following notification by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development that the product was positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
2018-12-12Class I· MI
TRES HERMANOS BAKERY
Tres Hermanos Bakery Telera and Bolillo Mexican White Bread, 1lb and 2 ounces per pkg
Reason: Tres Hermanos Bakery initiated a voluntary recall of Telera and Bolillo due to undeclared allergen milk.
2018-12-12Class I· CA
Ottogi America Inc
Ottogi Jin Ramen Mild NET WT. 1lb 5.16oz, 600g (120gx5) 5PK Manufactured by: Ottogi Ramyon Co. Ltd. Distributed by: Ottogi America, Inc. 1650 W. El Segundo Bl. Gardena, CA 90249
Reason: Undeclared allergen; egg.
2018-12-12Class I· CA
Ottogi America Inc
Ottogi Jin Ramen Spicy NET WT. 1lb 5.16oz, 600g (120gx5) 5PK Manufactured by: Ottogi Ramyon Co. Ltd. Distributed by: Ottogi America, Inc. 1650 W. El Segundo Bl. Gardena, CA 90249
Reason: Undeclared allergen; egg.
2018-12-12Class I· WI
Agropur MSI Ingredients LLC
Jay Robb Unflavored Egg White Protein, Net Weight 24 oz (1.5lbs) 680g. Dietary Supplement. UPC 03907-00492. Jay Robb, Inc., Jupiter, FL 33458
Reason: JayRobb Unflavored Egg White Protein Product is being recalled due to undeclared milk.
2018-12-12Class II· OR
TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOC
Udderly Chocolate ice cream (item #67045), packaged in 1.75 qt. container. UPC 0 72830 07045 4. The label is read in parts: "***Tillamook*** ICE CREAM*** UDDERLY CHOCOLATE *** CONTAINS: MILK, TREE NUTS (COCONUT), SOY, EGG. IT IS MADE WITH EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO MAKES PRODUCTS CONTAINING PEANUTS, AND WHEAT.***"
Reason: Udderly Chocolate ice cream (item #67045), packaged in 1.75 qt. container, is recalled because product contains trace amounts of undeclared color additives Amaranth and Yellow No. 6 in the chocolate freckles and chocolate fudge pieces ingredients.
2018-12-12Class II· OR
TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOC
Vanilla Chocolate Chip ice cream (item #67017), packaged in 1.75 qt. container. UPC 0 72830 07017 1. The label is read in parts: "***Tillamook*** ICE CREAM*** VANILLA CHOCOLATE CHIP *** CONTAINS: MILK, TREE NUTS (COCONUT), EGG. IT IS MADE WITH EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO MAKES PRODUCTS CONTAINING PEANUTS, AND WHEAT.***"
Reason: Vanilla Chocolate Chip ice cream (item #67017), packaged in 1.75 qt. container, is recalled because product contains trace amounts of undeclared color additives Amaranth and Yellow No. 6 in the chocolate freckles and chocolate fudge pieces ingredients.
2018-12-12Class II· OR
TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOC
Chocolaty Chip Cookie Dough ice cream (item #67016), packaged in 1.75 qt. container. UPC 0 72830 07016 4. The label is read in parts: "***Tillamook ***ICE CREAM *** CHOCOLATY CHIP COOKIE DOUGH *** CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT, SOY, TREE NUTS (COCONUT), EGG. IT IS MADE WITH EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO MAKES PRODUCTS CONTAINING PEANUTS.***"
Reason: Chocolaty Chip Cookie Dough ice cream (item #67016), packaged in 1.75 qt. containers, is recalled because product contains trace amounts of undeclared color additives Amaranth and Yellow No. 6 in the chocolate freckles and chocolate fudge pieces ingredients.
2018-12-12Class II· OR
TILLAMOOK COUNTY CREAMERY ASSOC
Tillamook Mudslide ice cream (item #63006), packaged in 3 gallon tub. UPC 0 72830 63006 1. The label is read in parts: "***TILLAMOOK MUDSLIDE ICE CREAM*** ALLERGEN INFORMATION: This product contains milk, peanut, soy, tree nut (coconut), egg. It is made with equipment that also makes product containing wheat.***"
Reason: Tillamook Mudslide ice cream (item #63006), packaged in 3-gallon tub, is recalled because product contains trace amounts of undeclared color additives Amaranth and Yellow No. 6 in the chocolate freckles and chocolate fudge pieces ingredients.
2018-12-12Class II· NY
First Source, LLC
Chocolate and Nut Tray. The product comes in a four-quadrant plastic tray, NET WT 37 OZ (2 LBS 5 OZ) 1.05KG, with UPC: 0 23637 43369 0.
Reason: Product contains undeclared pecans and cashews.
2018-12-12Class I· TX
Frito-Lay, Inc.
16 count Crunch & Pop Mix Variety Pack Sack
Reason: The firm is recalling 1/2 oz. bags of Smartfood Delight Sea Salt Flavored popcorn packaged in two variety pack offerings. The popcorn bags have the potential to contain cheese-flavored chips and therefore undeclared milk.
2018-12-12Class I· TX
Frito-Lay, Inc.
16 count Smartfood Delight Variety Pack Sack
Reason: The firm is recalling 1/2 oz. bags of Smartfood Delight Sea Salt Flavored popcorn packaged in two variety pack offerings. The popcorn bags have the potential to contain cheese-flavored chips and therefore undeclared milk.
2018-12-12Class II· SC
Titan Farms, Inc. d/b/a Palmetto Processing Solutions
Tickled PEACHES Freestone Dices; Net wt 4.4 oz. (125g) sealed plastic cups; KEEP FROZEN; Palmetto Processing Solutions 5 RW Dubose Road Ridge Spring, SC 29129 UPC 0110817134020432
Reason: Foreign material (plastic)
2018-12-12Class II· OH
Frutarom USA Inc.
Sebastiano s Naturally Flavored Gourmet Syrups French Vanilla Naturally Sugar Free, Sweetened with Stevia; 25.4 fl. oz. (750 ml)
Reason: The front panel of the affected products states Naturally Sugar Free, but the product contains sugar.
2018-12-12Class II· WI
Black River Industries
Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 20 Lb. bulk boxes. Ingredients; Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram & Spices. Not labeled for Resale.
Reason: Parsley Flakes are being recalled because they may contain a foreign material (plastic). EXPANDED 1127/2018 During processing it was noted that Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt also may contain foreign material (plastic).
2018-12-12Class II· WI
Black River Industries
Sweet Basil Leaf in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 25 pound bulk boxes.
Reason: Parsley Flakes are being recalled because they may contain a foreign material (plastic). EXPANDED 1127/2018 During processing it was noted that Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt also may contain foreign material (plastic).
2018-12-12Class II· WI
Black River Industries
Parsley Flakes in 6 oz. and 24 oz. plastic bottles and 20 lb boxes
Reason: Parsley Flakes are being recalled because they may contain a foreign material (plastic). EXPANDED 1127/2018 During processing it was noted that Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt also may contain foreign material (plastic).
2018-12-12Class II· CA
Smartypants Vitamins
Smartypants Kids Complete, Non GMO Multi and omega 3's vitamin D3 for bones, vitamin B12 for Energy: 90 gummies. UPC 8 5136 00425 5 Distributed by SmartyPants Inc., Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Reason: Consumer complaints of finding foreign objects in bottles of gummy vitamins.
2018-12-12Class III· IL
NOW Foods
NOW Vitamin B-50 Complex with C 100 Veg Caps
Reason: NOW Health Group Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of NOW s Vitamin B-50 mg 100 Veg Caps product code 0420 because it is mislabeled as Vitamin B-50 mg 100 Veg Caps.
2018-12-12Class II· N/A
English Bay Batter L.P.
Schnucks BIG & FLAKY CRESCENT ROLLS, 6 ROLLS, NET WT 11.25 OZ UPC 0 41318 57046 5
Reason: Product is being recalled due to undeclared milk in the ingredient list and contains statement.
2018-12-12Class II· NY
Rich Products Corp
VANILLA WHIPPED ICING ARTIFICALLY FLAVORED Product Number: 09076 / UPC: 10049800090764
Reason: Possible contamination with cleaning chemicals.
2018-12-05Class I· WA
Chukar Cherry Company
Organic Ultra Dark Orange Chocolate Tart Cherries, Chukar Cherries brand, packaged in 7.5 oz. plastic pouches. UPC 0 11261 27207 5. The label is read in parts: "***ORGANIC ULTRA DARK ORANGE CHOCOLATE TART CHERRIES *** Ingredients: Organic Bittersweet Chocolate (Organic Cacao Beans, Organic Evaporated Cane Syrup, Organic Cocoa Butter, Organic Soya Lecithin), Dried Organic Tart Cherries (Organic Tart Cherries, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Sunflower Oil), Confectioner's Glaze, Natural Flavor.***Allergen Caution: This product contains soy and is made in a facility that contains tree nuts and peanuts. Gluten free ***".
Reason: Product contains unintentional presence of milk and therefore milk was not listed on the label as an ingredient.
2018-12-05Class I· WA
Chukar Cherry Company
Organic Ultra Dark Vanilla Chocolate Rainier Cherries, Chukar Cherries brand, packaged in 7.5 oz. plastic pouches. UPC 0 11261 27207 5. The label is read in parts: "***ORGANIC ULTRA DARK VANILLA CHOCOLATE RAINIER CHERRIES *** Ingredients: Organic Bittersweet Chocolate (Organic Cacao Beans, Organic Evaporated Cane Syrup, Organic Cocoa Butter, Organic Soya Lecithin), Dried Organic Rainier Cherries, Confectioner's Glaze, Natural Flavor***Allergen Caution: This product contains soy and is made in a facility that contains tree nuts and peanuts. Gluten free ***".
Reason: Product contains unintentional presence of milk and therefore milk was not listed on the label as an ingredient.
2018-12-05Class I· WA
Chukar Cherry Company
Ultra Dark Chocolate Cocoa Pecans, Chukar Cherries brand, packaged in 7.5 oz. plastic pouches. UPC 0 11261 22507 1. The label is read in parts: "***ULTRA DARK CHOCOLATE COCOA PECANS***Ingredients: Bittersweet Chocolate (Cacao Beans, Pure Cane Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Sunflower Lecithin, Soya Lecithin, Pure Vanilla), Roasted Pecans (Pecans, Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Soy), Honey), Confectioner's Glaze, Cocoa processed with potassium carbonate, Natural Flavor ***Allergen Caution: This product contains tree nuts, soy and is made in a facility that contains peanuts. Gluten free ***".
Reason: Product contains unintentional presence of milk and therefore milk was not listed on the label as an ingredient.
2018-12-05Class I· WA
Chukar Cherry Company
Ultra Dark Chocolate Black Forest Cherries, Chukar Cherries brand, packaged in 7.5 oz. plastic pouches. UPC 0 11261 23907 8. The label is read in parts: "***ULTRA DARK CHOCOLATE BLACK FOREST CHERRIES***Ingredients: Bittersweet Chocolate (Cacao Beans, Pure Cane Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Sunflower Lecithin, Soya Lecithin, Pure Vanilla), Dried Cherries, Cocoa processed with potassium carbonate, Natural Flavors *** Allergen Caution: This product contains soy and is made in a facility that contains tree nuts and peanuts. Gluten free ***".
Reason: Product contains unintentional presence of milk and therefore milk was not listed on the label as an ingredient.
2018-12-05Class I· WA
Chukar Cherry Company
Ultra Dark Chocolate Amaretto Rainier Cherries, Chukar Cherries brand, packaged in 7.5 oz. plastic pouches. UPC 0 11261 22307 7.
Reason: Product contains unintentional presence of milk and therefore milk was not listed on the label as an ingredient.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Food Enforcement database.