Browse Food Recalls

10 FDA food safety recalls.

FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database

Browse 10 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 10 FDA food recalls.

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Date Product Reason Class Firm
Jan 28, 2013 Mung Bean sprouts is packaged in a 8 oz clamshell container or 5 lb. bag and ... Mung Bean sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 3 Bean Munchies sprouts is a mixture of Green Peas, Cow Peas, Red Lentils and... 3 Bean Munchies sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Brocco Sprouts Sandwich Blend, packaged in a 4 oz. clamshell container, the U... Brocco Sprouts Sandwich Blend are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocyt... Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Brocco sprouts is broccoli sprouts, packaged in a 4 oz. clamshell container o... Brocco sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Organic Pea Shoots are packaged in a 3 oz. or 4 oz packages. Product is sol... Organic Pea Shoots are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class II Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Deli sprouts is a mixture of Clover, Fenugreek, Lentils, an Radish sprouts. ... Deli sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Spicy Sprouts, packaged in a 4 oz. clamshell container or 85 gram package. T... Spicy Sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Alfalfa sprouts, packaged in a 4 oz. clamshell container or 85 gram package. ... Alfalfa sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Clover sprouts, product is packaged in a 4 oz or 5 oz. clamshell containers, ... Clover sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class I Giant Greens, Inc.
Jan 28, 2013 Wheatgrass is packaged in a pint or cup, 16 oz. bag, or 5 lb. Flat cardboard ... Wheatgrass is recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Class II Giant Greens, Inc.

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.