Browse Food Recalls
4,009 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 4,009 FDA food recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the product description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Food recalls are classified by health risk, Class I involves a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death, while Class III covers products unlikely to cause harm. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Food Safety Recalls
Browse 4,009 FDA food recalls in CA.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2012 | Dr. Mercola Miracle Whey Protein Powder, dietary supplement, packaged in 1-lb... | The products contain undeclared soy lecithin | Class III | Defense Nutrition |
| Feb 24, 2012 | Fenugreek Leaves, 30 bunches (2.5 dozens/carton). | Samra Produce & Farms Inc. is recalling Fenugreek Leaves because they contain a toxic weed called... | Class II | Samra Produce & Farm Inc |
| Feb 13, 2012 | Fenugreek, 3 dozen per case. | DAAKS International is recalling fenugreek because it contains the toxic weed Senecio vulgaris. | Class II | Daaks International |
| May 31, 2011 | Vegi-Fiber Plus; O Trans Fat; only 15.4 Calories; Dietary Supplement; 60 Pack... | Wynlife healthcare is recalling their All-In-One Probiotics and Vegi-Fiber Plus products due to D... | Class II | Wynlife Healthcare, Inc. |
| May 31, 2011 | All-In-One Probiotics, K12-BB12-LB3; Dietary Supplement; 30 Packets;Serving s... | Wynlife healthcare is recalling their All-In-One Probiotics and Vegi-Fiber Plus products due to D... | Class II | Wynlife Healthcare, Inc. |
| Dec 8, 2009 | Dietary supplement. Product is labeled as :" Rescue Me***911 Damage Control**... | The firm recalled because the product lot contained mispackaged product wherein some capsules wer... | Class II | GMP Laboratories of America Inc |
| Jun 7, 2008 | popchips¿ Sea Salt & Vinegar, Potato Popped Chip Snack, 0.4 oz (UPC 0 82666 ... | The firm received ingredient lactic acid from Kerry Ingredients and Flavors that may potentially ... | Class II | Sonora Mills Foods |
| Jun 7, 2008 | Cheddar Mini Rice Snacks under the following brand names: Fred Meyer, 3 oz, ... | The firm received ingredient lactic acid from Kerry Ingredients and Flavors that may potentially ... | Class II | Sonora Mills Foods |
| Jun 7, 2008 | popchips¿ Cheddar Potato, Popped Chip Snack, 0.8 oz, UPC 0 82666 78800 3 | The firm received ingredient lactic acid from Kerry Ingredients and Flavors that may potentially ... | Class II | Sonora Mills Foods |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a food safety issue is identified, through FDA inspections, lab testing, consumer complaints, or manufacturer quality checks, the responsible company issues a recall to remove the affected products from the market. The FDA publishes an enforcement report detailing the product, the reason for the recall, and how far the product was distributed. Retailers pull the product from shelves, and consumers are advised to return it for a refund or dispose of it safely.
The leading causes include bacterial contamination (Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli), undeclared allergens (milk, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish), foreign material contamination (metal, glass, plastic), and labeling errors. Undeclared allergens consistently account for the largest share of food recalls because even trace amounts can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
Use the search and filter tools on this page to look up specific products, brands, or ingredients. Each recall entry includes the product description, lot numbers, and distribution details so you can determine whether your item is affected. If you find a match, stop consuming the product and return it to the store for a full refund or dispose of it safely.