Browse Food Recalls
18 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 18 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 18 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Polyvitamin Liquid, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major Tri-Vita Drops, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Cerovite Liquid, 8 oz. 236ML | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Liquid Vitamin C Supplement, 4 oz., 118 mL | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Ferrous Sulfate Liquid One Pint, (473 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major D-Vita Drops, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Leader Liquid Vitamin D Supplement for Breastfed Infants, 1 T oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major Poly-Vita Drops with Iron, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Calcionate Syrup, One Pint (473 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Polyvitamin Liquid with Iron, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Leader Liquid Multivitamin Supplement for Infants and Toddlers , 1 2/3 oz (5... | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Fer-iron Liquid, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major Poly-Vita Drops, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Rugby Tri-vitamin Liquid, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major CertaVite Liquid, 8 oz. (236 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Aug 2, 2017 | Major Ferrous Drops, 1 2/3 oz (50 mL) | The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby ... | Class II | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Dec 31, 2014 | Thera Tablets with Beta Carotene Dietary Supplement | The firm received a complaint that the blister packets were missing labeling information on 12/16... | Class III | The Harvard Drug Group, LLC |
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.