USDA is withdrawing its proposed framework to reduce Salmonella in poultry. In October 2022, that agency released the framework to reduce Salmonella infections linked to poultry. Food safety advocates were pleased to see this framework and were hopeful it would lead to fewer illnesses and deaths. In that announcement the USDA stated, "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that Salmonella bacteria cause approximately 1.35 million human infections and 26,500 hospitalizations in the United States every year. Of those infections, over 23% are attributed to poultry consumption." The framework had three key components that, together, supported a comprehensive approach to controlling Salmonella in poultry. They were: Requiring that incoming flocks be tested for … [Read more...]
Zaarah Herbals Powders Recalled For Lead and Arsenic
Zaarah Herbals powders are being recalled because they contain elevated levels of lead and arsenic. Not all of the products contain both heavy metals. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have occurred in relation to this issue. The recalling firm is New York Wholesale Group of Hicksville, New York. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Short term exposure to very low levels of lead may not cause any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only sign of lead exposure. Consuming arsenic can cause cancer, heart disease, lung disease, IQ loss, diabetes, and neurological problems. And its effect is much more serious in infants and young children … [Read more...]
3 Meals a Day Soupy Pork Buns Recalled For Sesame
3 Meals a Day Soupy Pork Buns are being recalled because they contain sesame, one of the nine major food allergens, that is not declared on the product label as required. Anyone who is allergic to sesame could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No confirmed reports of allergic reactions have been received by the company to date in connection with this issue. The recalling firm is ACC Central Kitchen of Thorofare, New Jersey. The frozen not ready to eat product was produced on various dates dating back to November 28, 2023. The recalled product is 8.45-ounce sleeve tray packages of 3 Meals a Day Soupy Pork Bun with Crab Roe that has this range of lot codes: 052625 to 090626. This item has the establishment number EST. 40031 stamped inside the USDA mark of … [Read more...]
19th Hole Snack Mix Recalled For Undeclared Almonds
19th Hole Snack Mix is being recalled because it may contain almonds, or tree nuts, one of the nine major food allergens, that is not declared on the product label as required by the FDA. Anyone who is allergic to almonds who eats this product could have a serious allergic reaction. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is New England Village Foods of Milford, New Hampshire. The recalled product was distributed to small independent grocery markets and convenience stores throughout New England, New York, and Pennsylvania. The recalled item is 19th Hole Snack Mix that is packaged in 5 ounce and 10 ounce clear plastic cups and tubs with recloseable lids. The UPC number for the … [Read more...]
Binggrae Power Cap Watermelon Ice Tube Recalled For Milk
Binggrae Power Cap Watermelon Ice Tube is being recalled in Canada because it contains milk, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the package label as required. Anyone who is allergic to milk proteins, as well as anyone who is lactose intolerant, could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Seasia Foods Ltd. This item was sold at the retail level in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario, and may have been sold in other provinces and territories. No picture of the recalled product was provided in the notice. The recalled product is … [Read more...]
Fairway Market Croissants Recalled in Canada For Egg
Fairway Market Croissants are being recalled in Canada because they contain egg, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the product label as required. Anyone who is allergic to egg could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. The recall notice did not state whether or not any allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling firm is Fairway Market. The croissants were sold in the province of British Columbia at the retail level. The recalled product is Fairway Market Croissants that are packaged in a 300 gram container. The UPC number that is printed on the product label is 202464 105998. All codes where egg is not declared on the label are included in this recall. The notice did … [Read more...]
Alabama Cyclospora Outbreak Caused by Unlicensed Distributor
In the summer of 2023, an Alabama cyclospora outbreak was allegedly caused by produce obtained from an unlicensed distributor, according to the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report for the week of April 17, 2025. The patients ate at a Mexican-style restaurant in that state. Cilantro was identified as the likely food source. Traceback identified the cilantro and the likely distributor. In early June 2023, five cases were confirmed by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH). All patients had the common exposure at one restaurant. An outbreak investigation was launched on June 7, 2025. Multivariable analysis of case-control study data found that illness was associated with consumption of cilantro. The cilantro was traced back to a Texas firm with no identified food … [Read more...]
Martinelli Apple Juice Recalled For Patulin Contamination
Martinelli Apple Juice is being recalled for possible patulin contamination. Patulin is a mycotoxin that can cause damage to the liver, spleen, kidneys, and immune system. This recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page instead of the regular recall page, so there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with this issue. The recalling firm is S Martinelli & Company of Watsonville, California. Patulin forms when blue mold occurs on apples. The damage to the body only occurs with prolonged and sustained exposure to the mycotoxin. The recalled apple juice was sold at the retail level in these states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, … [Read more...]
Texas Olive Company Pepperoncini and Capers Recalled
Texas Olive Company pepperoncini, capers, and giardiniera are being recalled because the container seals were not heat sealed, posing a possible risk of contamination. Because this notice was posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page and not the regular recall page, there is no informant about whether or not any adverse reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is All American Trading of Houston, Texas. These products were distributed in the states of Texas and Mississippi at the retail level. The recalled products are all Texas Olive Company brand. The recalled products include pepperoncini packaged in 16 ounce glass jars. No UPC number was provided. All lot codes with expiration dates before … [Read more...]
Puzzle Crab Toys Recalled For Risk From Toy Magnets
Puzzle Crab Toys are being recalled for risk of serious injury or death from ingestion of toy magnets. This toy set violates the mandatory federal regulation for magnet toys. When high powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other or another metal object and become lodged in the digestive tract. This can cause perforations, twisting or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning, and death. No injuries or illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with this recalled product. The recalling firm is the importer, Lucky Bird Inc. of Buffalo, New York. This toy was sold exclusively on Walmart.com by JinJiang Baimei. It was sold from November 2023 through January 2025 for about $27.00. The recall is for the Multifunctional Puzzle Crab Toy, … [Read more...]
