Browse Food Recalls

11 FDA food safety recalls.

FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database

Browse 11 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 11 FDA food recalls.

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Date Product Reason Class Firm
Aug 19, 2016 Inland Market, Premium, Maine Lobster Spread, Net Wt. 7 oz. (198 g.) and 16 o... Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Inland Market, Traditional Crab Cake, Net Wt. 5 lbs, Inland Market, 1667 Lewi... Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Spicy Crab Dip, 12 x 8 oz., for Whole Foods Market. Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Smoked Whitefish Salad, 12 x 8 oz., for Whole Foods Market. Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Inland Market, Dungeness Crab Cake, Net Wt. 5 lbs, Inland Market, 1667 Lewis ... Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Inland Market, Premium Blue Crab Spread, Net Wt. 7 oz. (198 g.) and 16 oz. (4... Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Alaskan Salmon Salad, 12 x 8 oz. and 5 lb., for Whole Foods Market Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Spinach Krab & Artichoke Dip, 12 x 8 oz., for Whole Foods Market. Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Original Seafood Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 7 oz. (198 g.), for Publix Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Reduced Fat Seafood Cheese Spread, Net Wt. 7 oz. (198 g.), for Publix Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, Inc.
Aug 19, 2016 Inland Market, Maryland Crab Cake, Net Wt. 5 lbs, Inland Market, 1667 Lewis W... Possible contamination with foreign matter; wood pieces. Class II Inland Seafood, 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.