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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
2018-12-05Class II· MI
Hart Freeze pack, LLC
Pictsweet Farms Steam'ables Asparagus Spears 8oz. pouch, 10 per case UPC 0 70560 97799 9 Frozen
Reason: Product was presumptive positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
2018-12-05Class I· CA
Nor Cal Food Solutions LLC
Purveyors Kitchen Pumpkin Pesto Tapenade; NET WT 7.75 oz. (220G) UPC: 0 37677 01624 9 Ingredients: Water, Pumpkin, Basil, Parsley, Canola Oil, Sugar, Garlic, Parmesan Cheese (pasteurized skim milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), Lemon juice [concentrate], Sea Salt, Spices. Manufactured by: Purveyors Kitchen, Auburn, CA
Reason: Pumpkin Pesto does not declare walnuts as ingredient or allergen.
2018-12-05Class I· VT
NEW FOREST LLC
Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper label son onto each 25-kg poly-lined, poly-weave "double bag". The label reads - Certified Organic Cardamom Pod Mixed Grade, Certified Organic by Mayacert, Product of Guatemala, Net Weight 25.00 KGS /55.115 LBS, Tare Weight 0.21 KGS / 0.463 LBS, Gross Weight 25.21 KGS 55.578 LBS KOSHER CERTIFEID BY KCA USDA ORGANIC
Reason: Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.
2018-12-05Class II· IL
ConAgra Foods, INc.
Duncan Hines Signature Confetti Cake cake mix 15.25oz. 12 retail units per case 644209414550
Reason: positive finding of Salmonella in a retail sample
2018-12-05Class II· IL
ConAgra Foods, INc.
Duncan Hines Classic Butter Golden cake mix 15.25oz. 12 retail units per case 644209307593
Reason: positive finding of Salmonella in a retail sample
2018-12-05Class II· IL
ConAgra Foods, INc.
Duncan Hines Classic Classic Yellow cake mix 15.25oz. 12 retail units per case 644209307494
Reason: positive finding of Salmonella in a retail sample
2018-12-05Class II· IL
ConAgra Foods, INc.
Duncan Hines Classic Classic White cake mix 15.25oz. 12 retail units per case 644209307500
Reason: positive finding of Salmonella in a retail sample
2018-12-05Class II· PR
La Casa del Limber, Inc.
Oreo Limber. 6 dozen per case of 6.5 oz each
Reason: The product label failed to declare wheat as one of its ingredients.
2018-12-05Class II· IL
Chicago Importing Co
Finax Muesli with 45% Fruit; 22.9-oz.; Heat sealed plastic bag; 10 bags/case
Reason: The product's ingredients statement does not indicate presence of coconut
2018-12-05Class III· CA
Red Bull North America Inc.
Red Bull Energy Drink, 8.4 Fl. oz. (250 mL) Ingredient: Carbonated water, Sucrose, Glucose, Citric Acid, Taurine, Sodium Bicarbonate, Magnesium, Carbonate Caffeine, Nicainamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine HCL, Vitamin B12, Natural and artificial Flavors, colors. UPC CODES: 6 11269 99100 0 (ON THE CANS) AND 61126991246 (ON THE CASES) distributed by Red Bull, N.A. Inc., Santa Monica, CA Made in Austria.
Reason: Investigation of complaints of off taste color and taste found that the product contained 3 times the level of the primary ingredients than is specified in the product formulation.
2018-12-05Class II· PA
Shirleys Cookie Company Inc.
Weis Chocolate Whoopie Pie 16 oz (454g)/ 4 4 oz Whoopie Pies Clamshell Packaging 4 Whoopie Pies per Unit
Reason: Shirley s Cookie Company Inc. has initiated a recall of the following product: Chocolate Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies 16 oz (454g)/ 4 4 oz that were labeled with Chocolate Whoopie Pies which does not declare the Peanut Allergen.
2018-12-05Class II· OR
Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc.
Refrigerated Kroger Southwest Sweet Potato Rice 12 oz. UPC # 826766185610. In rigid plastic container. Label has cooking instructions which states: Heat vegetable oil until very hot in large saute pan. Toss in vegetable and stir fry 1 minute.
Reason: Sweet Potato Rice is recalled due to a potential for contamination with Salmonella or Listeria monocytogenes.
2018-12-05Class II· OR
Mary's Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc.
Refrigerated Mary's Harvest Fiesta Corn Salsa 16 oz. UPC# 088724158450, in rigid plastic container
Reason: Fiesta Corn Salsa is recalled due to a potential for contamination with Salmonella or Listeria monocytogenes.
2018-12-05Class II· CA
Thatchers Gourmet Specialties Inc.
Gingerbread Popcorn. 8 ounce (227 grams) flexible plastic bag. Brand name of Disney Theme Park Merchandise or Disney Parks Distributed by Disney Theme Park Merchandise Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 UPC Code 400020873569
Reason: Ingredient statement lists flour but does not declare wheat as a sub-ingredient.
2018-12-05Class I· CA
ALEBRIJE IMPORTS INC
Queseria "La Milagrosa" La Delicia al Paladar. 1/2 kg and 1 kg sizes. Packaged in a plastic bag with a yellow label.
Reason: California Department of Food and Agriculture sampled and found Salmonella in cheese imported from Mexico.
2018-11-28Class I· CA
Confections by Michael Recchiuti
Recchiuti Feve. Net Wt. 3 oz. (85 G) Ingredient: Dark chocolate {cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (emulsifier)} Natural vanilla extract, cacao paste, cacao nibs.. Contains: soy Made on equipment also shared with soy, milk, wheat, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts. Manufactured by Recchiuti Confections, San Francisco, CA
Reason: FDA analysis of Dairy Free Dark Chocolate found high levels of milk protein in the chocolate bars
2018-11-28Class I· CA
Confections by Michael Recchiuti
Recchiuti Bittersweet, Smooth, rich and complex. Net Wt. 3 oz. (85 G) Also sold in case of 12 UPC 8019895 00017 6 Ingredient: Dark chocolate {cocoa beans, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (emulsifier)} Natural vanilla extract, cacao paste. Contains: soy Made on equipment also shared with soy, milk, wheat, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts. Manufactured by Recchiuti Confections, San Francisco, CA
Reason: FDA analysis of Dairy Free Dark Chocolate found high levels of milk protein in the chocolate bars.
2018-11-28Class II· GA
Diamond Crystal Brands, Inc.
HOUSE BLEND Barbecue SAUCE INGREDIENTS: ***Contains 2% or less of Soybean Oil***Onion Powder***Calcium Disodium EDTA***DIAMOND CRYSTAL BRANDS, INC. SAVANNAH, GA 31405
Reason: During a label check the firm noticed that the product was shipped with the incorrect label. The label is missing the following ingredients: Soybean Oil, Onion Powder & EDTA.
2018-11-28Class III· CA
Ready Pac Foods Inc
Little Salad Bar Cranberry Walnut Salad: Spring Mix, Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts, Feta Cheese, Flat Bread Chips, Raspberry Vinaigrette: Net Wt. 4.5 oz. Ingredient label on the bottom of the clear plastic container is for Chicken Caesar Salad. Distributed by Aldi Inc. Batavia, IL 60510
Reason: Cranberry Walnut Salad contains the incorrect ingredient statement on the bottom of the container and does not declare wheat or walnuts.
2018-11-28Class I· PR
Elaboraciones Felo, Inc.
Square Shell for Turnovers, Elaboracion Felo, Inc. Avenida Yumet No. 112, Aguadilla, PR 00603
Reason: Products failed to declare allergens: Wheat, Soy, and Red No. 40
2018-11-28Class I· PR
Elaboraciones Felo, Inc.
White Round Shell for Turnovers, Elaboracion Felo, Inc. Avenida Yumet No. 112, Aguadilla, PR 00603
Reason: Products failed to declare allergens: Wheat and Soy
2018-11-28Class I· PR
Elaboraciones Felo, Inc.
Super Pizza Turnover, Elaboracion Felo, Inc. Avenida Yumet No. 112, Aguadilla, PR 00603
Reason: Products failed to declare allergens: Soy and Sulfites
2018-11-28Class I· PR
Elaboraciones Felo, Inc.
Pizza Turnover, Elaboracion Felo, Inc. Avenida Yumet No. 112, Aguadilla, PR 00603
Reason: Products failed to declare allergens: Wheat and Soy
2018-11-28Class I· NY
Sprout Creek Farm, Inc.
Margie Cheese. It is packaged with a green round label, wrapped in white milk paper in one-pound wheels.
Reason: Product is contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
2018-11-28Class II· IL
Harvest Food Group
Path of Life All Natural Southwest Quinoa; 10oz., 6 and 12 units per case; Keep Frozen; UPC 855229005035; Item# POL-RSWN-1210 and POL-RSWQ-0610
Reason: Products recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes or Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class II· IL
Harvest Food Group
Zinetti Roasted Vegetable Blend; 40lb. bulk case; Keep Frozen; Item# ZIN-RSVB-0040
Reason: Products recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes or Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class II· IL
Harvest Food Group
Signature Select Mexican Style Roasted Corn; 12 oz.; 12/12oz. units per case; Keep Frozen Until Ready To Use; UPC 02113094060; Item# 21130-09406
Reason: Products recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes or Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class I· PA
Bazzini LLC
BAZZINI S ROASTED & SALTED IN-SHELL PISTACHIOS COLOSSAL NATURAL 16 OZ BAG UPC #0 75062 00535 5 THE BAGS ARE RED, WHITE AND BLUE.
Reason: The product tested positive for Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class I· PA
Bazzini LLC
BAZZINIS ROASTED & SALTED IN-SHELL PISTACHIOS RAMS HEAD NATURAL 16 OZ BAG UPC #0 75062 00536 2 THE BAGS ARE RED, WHITE AND BLUE.
Reason: The product tested positive for Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class I· PA
Bazzini LLC
BAZZINI S ROASTED & SALTED IN-SHELL SUPER COLOSSAL PISTACHIOS 25 LB BULK BOX UPC #0 75062 30700 8
Reason: The product tested positive for Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class I· PA
Bazzini LLC
BAZZINI S ROASTED & SALTED IN-SHELL PISTACHIOS COLOSSAL NATURAL 5 LBS BAG UPC #0 75062 30711 4 THE BAGS ARE RED, WHITE AND BLUE.
Reason: The product tested positive for Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class I· PA
Bazzini LLC
BAZZINI S ROASTED & SALTED IN-SHELL PISTACHIOS SUPER COLOSSAL NATURAL 5 LBS BAG UPC #0 75062 30701 5 THE BAGS ARE RED, WHITE AND BLUE.
Reason: The product tested positive for Salmonella.
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Chocolate Chip Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin), Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Red 40) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Chocolate Chunk Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Chocolate Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy Lecithin) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Sugar Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Peanut Butter Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Walnut Butter Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens (Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
2018-11-28Class II· OR
Cinnamon and Spice Bakery
Chocolate Cookies in plastic clamshell (12 count)
Reason: Undeclared allergens Wheat, Soy (oil & lecithin)) due to firm using one label for multiple varieties of cookies and the labels therefore fail to include all ingredients
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Food Enforcement database.