Browse Food Recalls
6 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 6 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 6 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2022 | Swanson Ultra: Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin High Absorption 60 serving per co... | Dietary supplement may contain potential metal shavings greater than or equal to 7mm in length. | Class II | Swanson Health Products, Inc |
| Sep 13, 2018 | Swanson Ultra, Himalayan Crystal Salt, #SWU403, Net Wt. 35.27 oz. (2.2 lbs) (... | Himalayan Crystal Salt may contain metal wire pieces. | Class II | Swanson Health Products, Inc |
| Jul 28, 2014 | Swanson 100% Certified Organic, Carob Powder, Raw Chocolate Substitute, Net w... | Swanson Certified Organic Carob Powder, item number SWF115 is being recalled due to a potential r... | Class I | Swanson Health Products, Inc |
| Mar 28, 2014 | Swanson Full Spectrum Cilantro (Coriander) Herbal Supplement, 60 capsules, 42... | The contract manufacturer has notified Swanson Health Products that Swanson Full Spectrum Cilantr... | Class I | Swanson Health Products, Inc |
| Sep 26, 2013 | Swanson, Premium Brand, Full Spectrum Black Cumin Seed (Nigella Sativa) Diet... | Swanson Health Products is recalling two lots of Swanson Premium Full Spectrum Black Cumin Seed ... | Class III | Swanson Health Products, Inc |
| Oct 23, 2012 | Swanson Organic, 100% Certified Organic Fennel Seed, Net Wt 6 oz (45 grams), ... | This is to inform you of a product recall involving 2 lots of Swanson Organic 100% Certified Orga... | Class III | Swanson Health Products, 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.