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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
2018-03-14Class II· KY
WHOLE ALTERNATIVES LLC
Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds 9 oz clam shell & 25 lb box Ingredients: Dark Chocolate (Sugar, chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate Liquor Processed with Alkali, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Salt, Vanilla, Almonds and Confectioners Glaze. Sold under the brand names and Distributed by: Sage Valley St. Augustine, FL 32085-9000 (800) 223-2910 & Tree of Life, LLC, A KeHE Company St. Augustine, FL 32085-9000
Reason: The firm was notified by their supplier that they failed to declare milk on the label. Therefore when they repacked the product they did not include milk on their label.
2018-03-14Class I· CA
Lotte International America Corp.
Lotte Kancho Choco-Biscuit; Sold as Lotte Kancho - 42 g -1.48 oz. UPC CODE: 8801062 144815; Lotte Kancho Cup - 95 g cup - UPC CODE: 8801062 516858; Lotte Kancho Multi - 168 g - UPC CODE: 8801062 144815. Master carton UPC: 1 8801062 133090 Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Sugar, Blended oil (hydrogenated palm oil, Palm oil, Glycerin esters of fatty acid, Tocopherol), Cocoa mass, Palm oil, Cocoa preparation (Whole milk powder, Cocoa mass), Lactose Acidity regulator (Ammonium bicarbonate, Sodium bicarbonate), Dextrin, Almond powder, Processed whole milk powder (Whey powder, Butter fat, Lactose, Milk cream, Sodium caseinate), Salt, D-altritol, Artificial flavors, Emulsifier (Soy lecithin), Yeast preparation (Glucose syrup, Sugar, Water), Protease preparation (Protease, Glycerol) Allergen Information: Contain wheat, Soy, Milk, Almond, May contain Egg Distributed by Lotte Int'l America Corp., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Reason: Firm was notified by customer of peanut allergen found in the product during product sampling and testing in Kancho Choco Biscuits.
2018-03-14Class I· MD
La Pasta, Inc.
HEINEN'S Potato Gnocchi * Preservative Free * 9 oz. (225 g) in clear film plastic trays
Reason: LA PASTA, INC has initiated a recall of Heinen's Potato Gnocchi 9 oz. , because of a undeclared milk allergen .
2018-03-14Class II· TN
Double-Cola Co.-USA dba The Double Cola Company
Cherry SKI LEMON ORANGE AUTHENTIC CITRUS SODA 12 oz can CONTAINS: CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, ORANGE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), CAFFEINE, CELLULOSE GUM, RED #4, GUM ARABIC, BLUE #1. UPC: 0 71644 20103 0
Reason: The firm was notified by a customer that the product label did not list the allergens Yellow #5 & Red 40.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Dr Pepper, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of Dr Pepper Company, Plano, TX
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Dr Pepper Diet, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of Dr Pepper Company, Plano, TX
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Strawberry Fanta, Strawberry Flavored Soda, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Fresca, Original Citrus Sparkling Flavored Soda, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Coca-cola, Vanilla Zero, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Sprite, Lemon-Lime Soda, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Coca-Cola, Vanilla Flavor, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Coca-Cola, Zero Sugar, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Coca-Cola, Original Taste, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Orange Fanta, Orange soda, Naturally flavored, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Diet Coke, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Caffeine Free Coke Zero, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Diet Coke Caffeine Free, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 and 24 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Grape Fanta, Grape Flavored Soda, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Mello Yello, Citrus Flavored Soda, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Sprite Zero, Lemon-Lime Soda, Zero Calories, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Diet Coke Lime, 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Barq's Root Beer 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Pibb Zero, Artificially Flavored Sugar Free Spicy Cherry Soda 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· KS
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Pibb Xtra, Artificially Flavored Spicy Cherry Soda 12 oz (355 mL) cans, packed in 12 packs, Canned under the authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA
Reason: Sharp edges were observed on several of the cans which have the potential of causing cuts on the mouths of consumers who use the product.
2018-03-14Class II· IL
Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.
Food Club, Essential Choice, Puffed Rice, Net Wt 6 Oz (170 g), UPC 36800 31852
Reason: Puffed wheat cereal was packaged using puffed rice packaging, resulting in an undeclared wheat allergen on the packaging.
2018-03-14Class II· PR
Gasco Industrial, Corp.
BELCA Soy Sauce, Contenido Neto: Un Gal¿n (128 fl. oz), Distribuido por: Mister Price Inc. San Juan, P.R. 00936
Reason: Undeclared allergen: Wheat
2018-03-14Class II· PR
Gasco Industrial, Corp.
NuChef Soy Sauce, Contenido Neto: Un Gal¿n (128 fl. oz), Packed for Northwestern Selecta
Reason: Undeclared allergen: Wheat
2018-03-14Class II· NC
Snyder's-Lance Inc.
Emerald brand Glazed Walnuts; Net WT. 6.5 OZ; Re-sealable pouch
Reason: Snyder's Lance is voluntarily recalling 6.5 oz. Emerald brand walnuts due to the presence of undeclared peanuts, almonds, cashews, and pecans.
2018-03-14Class II· MO
Vitalab Co Inc
Product packaged in the following ways A) Sonne's, No. 17, Natural Source Vitamin C, Dietary Supplement, (920 mg tablet wt.) Contents - 120 Tablets, National Distributors: Sonne's Organic Foods, Inc. N. Kansas City, MO 64116; B) Springreen, No. 87, Natural Source Vitamin C, Dietary Supplement, (920 mg tablet wt.) Contents - 120 Tablets, National Distributors: Springreen Products, Inc. N. Kansas City, MO 64116;
Reason: The firm's vitamin C dietary supplement contains lactose, a milk-derived ingredient, but fails to declare the major food allergen "milk" on the label.
2018-03-14Class III· OR
Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc.
Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix, Item number: 6170B25, packaged in 25 lbs. bulk kraft bag. The label is read in parts: "***BUTTERMILK PANCAKE & WAFFLE MIX***Net Wt 25 LB *** INGREDIENTS: Organic Whole Grain Buckwheat Flour, Organic Stone Ground Whole Wheat Pastry Flour, Wheat Gluten, Cane Sugar, Baking Powder (Monocalcium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Cornstarch), Sea Salt***Manufactured in a facility that also uses tree nuts, soy, wheat and milk***.
Reason: Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix is recalled due to undeclared milk in the ingredients statement. The ingredients statement of Buckwheat Pancake and Waffle Whole Grain Mix and the nutritional label was mistakenly applied to packages of Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix.
2018-03-14Class II· GA
King of Pops
Key Lime Pie Handcrafted All-Natural Pop; Net Wt. 3.2 OZ (90g)
Reason: Undeclared soy allergen
2018-03-14Class II· AZ
Get The Tea
Life Change Fat Burner, 90 Gel Caps!, Burn Fat!, Remove fat from the liver! 1000mg; 2 capsules daily
Reason: Get The Tea is notifying customers that Life Change Fat Burners contain soy.
2018-03-07Class I· WY
Seggiano Usa Inc.
Seggiano Artichoke & Garlic Sauce & Spread Net Weight 200g, 7.1 oz, packaged in Glass jar, UPC Code: 812603020381
Reason: The Tuscan Kale Pesto was mislabeled as Seggiano Artichoke & Garlic Sauce & Spread and therefore, contains undeclared cashews.
2018-03-07Class III· CA
IQ PRODUCE, LLC
Fresh Fragrant Pear; Label - Double Trees Product of China Shenzhen J.F. Fruit Co., LTD
Reason: Firm was notified of unapproved pesticide - isocarbophos, on Fresh Fragrant Pears imported from China and fruit was released into commerce.
2018-03-07Class I· OR
Market of Choice Inc
Sezam Kale Salad ingredient kits, net wt. 6.43 pound. Ingredients are packaged individually and then placed in one large bag. The ingredients from the kit was mixed and sold in deli cases at retail stores. The product sold in deli cases has the UPC 2 11565 20216 1.
Reason: Sezam Kale Salad kits, 6.43 lbs, are recalled due to undeclared egg. The wrong dressing packet was added to the Sezam Kale Salad kit and the dressing contains undeclared egg.
2018-03-07Class II· OH
Divine Living
Divine Living Silver with harmonically structured frequencies A Wellness Solution 8 oz Ingredients: Structured Water, Pure Silver West Unity, Ohio 419-682-0918
Reason: The firm was notified by The Ohio Dept. of Agriculture that their products contained dietary and health claims.
2018-03-07Class II· MI
Meijer Distribution, Inc
Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Blueberry 5.3 oz. The products are packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal and a label listing the above-mentioned UPCs.
Reason: The firm is announcing a voluntary recall of select Meijer branded Greek and Low-fat yogurt as a precautionary measure due to the potential risk of small particles of glass.
2018-03-07Class II· MI
Meijer Distribution, Inc
Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Strawberry 5.3 oz. The products are packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal and a label listing the above-mentioned UPCs.
Reason: The firm is announcing a voluntary recall of select Meijer branded Greek and Low-fat yogurt as a precautionary measure due to the potential risk of small particles of glass.
2018-03-07Class II· MI
Meijer Distribution, Inc
Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Vanilla 5.3 oz. The products are packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal and a label listing the above-mentioned UPCs.
Reason: The firm is announcing a voluntary recall of select Meijer branded Greek and Low-fat yogurt as a precautionary measure due to the potential risk of small particles of glass.
2018-03-07Class II· MI
Meijer Distribution, Inc
Meijer Greek Yogurt 0% Plain 5.3 oz. The products are packaged in a plastic cup with a foil seal and a label listing the UPCs.
Reason: The firm is announcing a voluntary recall of select Meijer branded Greek and Low-fat yogurt as a precautionary measure due to the potential risk of small particles of glass.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Food Enforcement database.