Browse Food Recalls
3 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 3 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 3 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2021 | Ferrara Candy Company assorted candy Heart Box, including Laffy Taffy, Nerds,... | Undeclared ingredients on retail packaging, including but not limited to certified colors Red #40... | Class III | Ferrara Candy Company |
| Sep 15, 2016 | BRACH'S Chocolate Creations, Milk Chocolate Almond Supremes, Fresh roasted al... | Undeclared peanuts and wheat in product. | Class I | Ferrara Candy Comp |
| Jul 18, 2013 | Chocolate malted milk balls packaged in 6 lbs. bags and each case contains 3 ... | One lot of Brach's Chocolate Malted Milk Balls may contain undeclared chocolate covered peanuts a... | Class I | Ferrara Candy Company |
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.