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MARCH 18, 2024

The issue was identified through routine testing by FDA during import, which indicated that at least one of the recalled lots tested positive for the presence of Salmonella. As part of the importers FSVP, the hazard analysis would identify pathogens as a significant hazard. Consumers should not eat any products covered by this recall.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Asli Fine Foods of Woodridge, IL is recalling Asli Cinnamon Powder 7 oz, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Lead. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem. link] Asli Fine Foods.

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JULY 30, 2024

Two New York food companies issued recalls for cinnamon because the products have the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. of Ozone Park, NY is recalling Spice Class brand Ground Cinnamon Advance Food International, Inc. link] Advance Food International Inc. American Spices, LLC.

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JANUARY 16, 2025

Food Safety Tech and the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) are excited to announce that the 2025 Food Safety Consortium will be held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Virginia, from October 19-21. Address current challenges and advancements in food safety, technology, and compliance. ” Biros adds.

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MARCH 6, 2024

California has a Cannery Program that establishes requirements for California facilities that package both both low acid and acidified foods in sealed containers. link] How is this different than FDA Acidified or Low Acid Canned food regulations? Another advisory was issued in February of 2024 for a canner of acidified products.

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MARCH 7, 2024

"Following the October 2023 recall of cinnamon apple puree and applesauce products due to elevated lead levels linked to the cinnamon in those products and the concern for lead toxicity in children, the FDA initiated a targeted survey of ground cinnamon products from discount retail stores and analyzed the samples for lead and chromium."

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The recalled “Enoki mushrooms 200 gram” were distributed in West Virginia in multiple retail store locations and were sold on 8/20/2024 and 8/23/2024 with 240 cases for each date. HH Fresh Trading received notice on 10/11/2024 and that the Enoki 200 gram test revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes on 9/9/2024.

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APRIL 15, 2024

A commentary in Food Technology Magazine addresses the ongoing issue of various States issuing ingredient bans. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)." Basically, this approach to eliminating chemicals from the food supply goes around having scientific consensus at the national level. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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DECEMBER 23, 2024

Consumers would have been able to purchase these chips as early as November 3, 2024. Frito-Lay has informed the FDA of this action. bags of Lays Classic Potato Chips that may contain undeclared milk, after being alerted through a consumer contact. No allergic reactions related to this matter have been reported to date.

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JULY 3, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and The North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA). The FDA tested samples of Viva Turkey for Dogs and found samples from Lot 21244 were positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Pets exposed to contaminated food can be infected without showing symptoms. A few items to point out.1)

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DECEMBER 24, 2024

The problem was discovered during a routine inspection of the production facility by the Ohio Department of Agriculture acting on behalf of the FDA. The product was sold at the following events in NY and NC: Christmas in the Country event in Hamburg, NY November 7-10, 2024. The recalled Jose Madrid Chipotle Con Queso Salsa, Net Wt.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

The recalled cucumbers were sold between October 12, 2024, through November 26, 2024, and are being recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. may be associated with reported salmonellosis illnesses between October 12 – and November 15, 2024. 29, 2024) – Baloian Farms of Arizona Co.,

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

IHA Beverage of Commerce, CA is recalling Super Cinnamon Powder 4oz, because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead. No illnesses have been reported as of 11/18/2024. Food and Drug Administration. Product was distributed mostly through California retail stores and a few stores across the US.

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

Acme Smoked Fish Corporation is issuing a recall of 111 cases of Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon in twin 12oz package, UPC 0 96619 25697 6, Lot# 8512801270, Best-by-Date 11/13/2024 due to laboratory testing confirming Listeria monocytogenes on October 21, 2024. This product was distributed between October 9, 2024 to October 13, 2024.

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MAY 20, 2024

Mars Petcare US is voluntarily recalling 315 bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food in the 44 lb. Voluntarily Recalls 315 Bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food, 44 lb. link] Mars Petcare US, Inc. Product 44 lb.

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DECEMBER 24, 2024

The recall was initiated after it was discovered by the FDA during an inspection that the labels did not list the allergen milk in the ingredient statement. The recall was initiated after it was discovered by the FDA during an inspection that the labels did not list the allergen milk in the ingredient statement.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Wegmans Food Markets is recalling Large Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken due to undeclared egg allergen. link] Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. The label was a print-and-apply type label. No indication was stated as the reason for the issue.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

FDA issued a health alert about dog food sold by a Pennsylvania Company, Lystn, LLC d.b.a./ANSWERS ANSWERS Pet Food. Food and Drug Administration were reported to have tested positive for the presence of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. for potential Salmonella and Listeria contamination.

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DECEMBER 24, 2024

[link] Orgain Issues Voluntary Allergy Alert on Possible Undeclared Peanut Residue in a Single Batch of 30G Protein Organic Plant Based Powder Chocolate 2.01lb Summary Company Announcement Date: December 19, 2024 FDA Publish Date: December 19, 2024 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement: Product may contain undeclared peanut Company (..)

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DECEMBER 1, 2024

The firm is working with the FDA. The firm is working with the FDA. Gracie’s Kitchens of New Haven, CT is recalling all ready-to-eat fruit and vegetable products manufactured at the facility from 11/4-11/13/24, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported to date.

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JANUARY 19, 2025

Consumers would have been able to purchase this mix as early as November 18, 2024. Quaker has informed the FDA of this activities. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the recalled product. CST, MondayFriday).

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Food and Drug Administration. Consumers who may still have product with Best by dates of September 7, 2024 through November 02, 2024 are urged to discard the product. coli O121:H19: Organic Carrots (November 2024) | FDA CDC Webpage coli) O121:H19. Outbreak Investigation of E.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

This recall alert, which is being conducted under the full cooperation of the FDA, is being issued out of an abundance of caution in the event that a product remains in a consumers freezer. The affected product, Connies Thin Crust Cheese Pizza, has expired as of 11/27/2024. Palermo Villa, Inc.of

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OCTOBER 31, 2024

Walters LLC dba Elevation Foods is recalling 1,668 units of mislabeled Hannaford Seafood Salad 12oz because it contains an undeclared Soy allergen. These labels were created for an upcoming formulation change and were shipped to Elevation Foods in error. Danvers, Massachusetts. Company Name: R.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling its pints of "Tomato Basil with Rice EXP 3/22/2024" 16 Oz containers because they contain Butternut Squash Bisque resulting in soy being undeclared on the label. The recalled "Tomato Basil With Rice EXP 3/22/2024" was distributed locally in the state of NY to the following retail stores: Food Garden Market.

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AUGUST 30, 2024

M&P Food Production Ltd. The recall was initiated during an FDA inspection where it was discovered that the products containing wheat, milk, and/or sesame were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the specific allergens. Brand Name: M&P Food Productio. Brand Name: M&P Food Productio.

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MARCH 15, 2024

When perusing through news sources, one comes across interesting (to me, and perhaps you) news items on food that are not food-safety related. opening Fall of 2024. Goes into effect April 15, 2024. March 11, 2024 By TORI LATHAM If you follow the Chinese zodiac, 2024 is the year of the dragon. But how much?

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JULY 10, 2024

Reser’s Fine Foods Beaverton, OR is voluntarily recalling Hill Country Fare Mustard Potato Salad 48oz (3LB) with a Use By Date of JUL/26/24 due to the possibility of pieces of hard plastic foreign material in the package. Consumers who purchased this product may return it to the store for a full refund or discard the item.

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APRIL 22, 2024

ounce packages of Infinite Herbs fresh organic basil sold between February 1 and April 6, 2024, and bearing the UPC 8 18042 02147 7. link] Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Organic Basil (April 2024) Do not eat recalled organic basil sold at certain retail stores in 29 states and D.C. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

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AUGUST 25, 2023

Twin City Foods, Inc. Brands include Kroger and Food Lion. link] Twin City Foods, Inc., Brand Name: Food Lion, Kroger and more Product Description: Frozen sweet corn and mixed vegetables Company Announcement August 22, 2023, Twin City Foods, Inc. 2024 83012 SIDE ID, TIME Kroger Super Sweet Corn, net wt.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Sugar Foods, a company headquartered in California, is recalling 3.5 On November 19, 2024, the firm was contacted by a consumer stating the pouches contained Crispy Onions instead of the Tortilla Strips. link] Sugar Foods Recalls Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style 3.5 No illnesses have been reported to date.

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MAY 13, 2024

Capra Products of Chehalis, Washington, is recalling 1,506 boxes of Goat Milk Formula Recipe Kit on the recommendation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and advises consumers to immediately discontinue use of the product as infant formula. FDA notified Mt. FDA notified Mt. Food and Drug Administration.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The FDA was notified and the recall was voluntarily initiated after it was discovered that the walnut-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of walnuts. Innovation Bakers, LLC of Fullerton, CA, is issuing a voluntary limited recall of one day’s production of its 3.5 The product comes in a 3.5

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JUNE 3, 2024

of Delray, Florida, is recalling whole cucumbers shipped to certain states from May 17th through May 21st, 2024, due to the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Brand Name: No Brand Name Product Description: Whole Cucumbers Company Announcement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- May 31, 2024 – Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc.

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JUNE 11, 2024

Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct this recall. The production of these products has been suspended while the FDA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem. MARY’S, OHIO, June 10, 2024 – Classic Delight LLC, a St. Items were produced between May 11, 2023 and June 6, 2024.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

plastic bags with BEST BY 11-21-2024, UPC: 8 13098 02018 4, Lot Code: bak144-6806 due to contamination of Listeria monocytogenes. On 11-29-2024 the firm was notified by the Texas Department of State Health Services that the product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Please see the pictures below for further identification.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

This recall, issued on August 23 expands recall issued on August 19, 2024. The Company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continues their investigation as to what caused the problem. El Servidor Corp ground cinnamon was distributed to retail stores in New York starting on January 14, 2024.

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