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Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026

Food recalls

Food safety recalls including contamination, mislabeling, and undeclared allergens

Total recalls
25,513
Top agency
FDA Food
Years covered
2000–2026
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Food ranks #2 of 12 among PlainRecalls categories by recall count (25,513 notices, 24.4% of the archive); 46% of graded records are high-severity.

The FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA have published 25,513 food recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 24.4% of the 104,423-record archive. Among 12 product categories, that is #2 of 12. Of the 25,513 records graded for severity, 46% are high-severity. Most are issued by FDA Food. Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not a product's inherent danger.

  • 25,513 total recalls
  • #2 of 12 among categories
  • 46% graded high-severity
  • FDA Food top agency

Category snapshot

According to PlainRecalls' category ranking (distinct recall events, same sort as /category), Food is #2 of 12 (2nd of 12) with 25,513 recalls, about 24.4% of the 104,423-record federal archive, with 11,676 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Food.

25,513
total recalls
#2 of 12
category rank by events
46%
graded high-severity
FDA Food
top issuing agency

Where Food sits among all 12 categories

Distinct recall-event inventory across every PlainRecalls product category. Food is marked; archive size reflects reporting volume, not inherent product danger.

Food vs all categories by recall count

Where this category's archive sits among every tracked product class

25,513 2nd of 12 higher than 10 of 12 categories

Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more categories. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count and share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-28

Do more recalls mean more Class I danger?

Food sits at the 86th percentile of category volume (25,513 recalls) and the 86th percentile of Class I rate (46.3% of agency-classified notices) among 7 categories with enough classified rows to measure, those two ranks are not interchangeable.

Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-28. 2×2 strategic matrix plotting 7 entities by Total recalls (count) (X) and Class I share of classified (%) (Y), with a crosshair dividing the plot into four quadrants. Large · Class I–heavySmaller · Class I–heavyLarge · fewer Class ISmaller · fewer Class I 010,00020,00030,00040,00050,000 0%20%40%60%80% Total recalls (count) Class I share of classified (%) Category volume vs Class I rate Signature insight Medical DevicesFoodDrugs & MedicationsChildren & Baby ProductsDietary SupplementsMeat & PoultryCosmetics & Personal Care
Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-28.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.

CategoryRecallsVol %ileClassifiedClass IClass I %Rate %ile
Medical Devices41,07010040,7633,6539%14
Food25,5138625,22211,67646.3%86
Drugs & Medications14,4737114,4171,50810.5%29
Children & Baby Products4,017572,48335214.2%43
Dietary Supplements2,018431,99346623.4%71
Meat & Poultry1,672291,6721,14568.5%100
Cosmetics & Personal Care1,388141,28920315.7%57

Food recalls by year

2000–2026

0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2392 2595 2774 1717 1745 1125 1045 1368 2039 1282 1433 813

Source: FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA As of Aug 19, 2026

Severity distribution

Graded records only

recalls
Source FDA / CPSC severity classification

Recalls by issuing agency

recalls
Source PlainRecalls index of federal feeds

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Recalls in Food

Newest first · Page 146 of 511

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

De Wafelbakkers 18 ct Buttermilk Pancakes NET WT 1 lb. 8.7 oz. (703g) KEEP FROZEN packaged in clear flexible plastic UPC 679844104573

De Wafelbakkers, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Enrico Biscotti - Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti 8 ounce bags 6 bags per case

The Enrico Biscotti Company

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Enrico Biscotti - Anise Almond Biscotti 8 ounce bags 6 bags per case

The Enrico Biscotti Company

FDA Food Low Oct 6, 2021

Crunchy Cones, Chocolate, 12, NET WT 40oz (113g)

Borinquen Cones of Puerto Rico, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 6, 2021

Chocolate Flavor, 1 QT

Medina Baking and Powder Products, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

HEB Jumbo Stuffed Shells; Jumbo Shells Filled with Creamy Ricotta and Romano Cheese; NET WT. 22 OZ (1 LB 6OZ) 624g

SEVIROLI FOODSVERTULLO IMPORTS

FDA Food Low Oct 6, 2021

Crunchy Cones, Mix Choco-Vanilla, 12, NET WT 40oz (113g)

Borinquen Cones of Puerto Rico, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Grab & Go Bistro Pimento Cheese Sandwich 5oz plastic container 1 sandwich per package

Modern Distributors, Inc. dba Modern Vending

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Rc Cola 12 Oz (355 mL) packaged in an aluminum can 12 can to a pack

KEURIG DR PEPPER

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

MINOR'S SEAFOOD BASE NO MSG GF 6/16 OZ (1 lb) 453 G UNITS Plastic container (pint) gluten free DISTRIBUTED BY NESTLE PROFESSIONAL NORTH AMERIC, SOLON, OH 44139

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

DAIYA CHEESE VEGAN CHEDDAR STYLE SLICE 8/7.8oz Plastic bag MANUFACDTURED BY: DAIYA FOODS INC., BURNABY, BC CANADA VSA 4R4 PRODUCT OF CANADA KEEP REFRIGERATED UPC 3 08 71459 00022 1

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

KEN'S STEAKHOUSE DRESSING ASIAN SESAME DRESSING 4/1gallon Plastic container Ken's Foods Inc Marlborough, MA 01752 MUST BE REFRIGERATED

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

1. Dickies Seafood Cooked & Spiced Shrimp (12 oz) UPC 5240700804 Sell by 9/8/2021 & 9/12/2021. Labeled containers 2. Dickies Seafood Cooked & Spiced Shrimp (2.25 LB) UPC 5240700806 Sell by9/8/2021 & 9/12/2021.Labeled containers 3. Dickies Seafood Cooked & Spiced Shrimp (5 LB) Sell by 9/8/2021.Sold in bags over the deli counter. Unlabeled.

SSPI Mid-Atlantic, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

GORDO'S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT STYLE CHEESE DIP NET WT. 5LBS METRIC WT. 1.81 kgs (4/5lbs Plastic tub) KACHWA ENTERPRISES LAKE CITY, GEORGIA 30260 MANUFACTURED BY PLANT NO. 13-370

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

IMPERIAL FRESH TOMATO ROMA DICED 3/8 TRAY 1/5lbs Plastic overwrap tray

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Phillips Majestic Blue Colossal Clawfingers 20/40 6/12 oz CANS UPC 10070057145068 & Phillips Majestic Blue Large Clawfingers 50/70 6/12oz CANS UPC 10070057145167 PASTEURIZED PREMIUM CRAB MEAT WILD CAUGHT KEEP REFRIGERATED

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Critical Sep 29, 2021

Golden Natural Product Inc. brand Dried Apricot Subkhon with Bone, Net Wt. 16 oz (1 lb) 454 g; and Golden Natural Product Inc. brand Dried Apricot Subkhon Jumbo, Net Wt. 16 oz (1 lb) 454 g Manufactured and Packed by: Gardencells LLC, Urgut, Samarkand region Republic of Uzbekistan; Distributed in USA by: GOLDEN NATURAL PRODUCTS INC.

Golden Natural Products

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Alfalfa Sprouts 12/4oz Plastic container, sold under the the brand names of: Sunny Creek UPC 7 38015 77740 1 SUNNY CREEK FARM Tryon, NC 28782 and BLOOMSBURY ORGANIC FARMKEEP REFRIGERATED

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Daniele - PLAIN BULK (28 LB.); Plain Breadsticks; Case Pack 4/7lb bags; Item #1383; PLAIN: UNBLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (CONTAINS MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAL OIL, YEAST, SALT, CORN AND MALT SYRUP.; CONTAINS: Wheat

JAG SPECIALTY FOODS, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

"***JOY***Green Chilli Chutney***NET WT 8 OZ (228g)***INGREDIENTS: GREEN CHILLIES, VINEGAR, SALT, CITRIC ACID AND SODIUM BENZOATE AS A PRESERVATIVE***Distributed by: Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.***48-80 Maspeth Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378***Tel: (718) 821-6050***www.joyfoodinc.com***680617 60412***".

Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Oatmeal Cranberry Cookie, packed in closed bags, 12oz net wt. The label of affected product is read in parts: "***Oatmeal Cranberry Cookie*** Ingredients: Oats, dried cranberries, Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), naturally aged sourdough starter, shortening, brown sugar, dehydrated cane sugar, vanilla, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

IMPERIAL FRESH POTATO SWEET DICE 1/2, 4/5lbs Plastic overwrap tray

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Lemon Thyme Cookies, packed in closed bags, 12oz net wt. The label of affected product is read in parts: "***Lemon Thyme Cookies*** Ingredients: Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), dehydrated cane sugar, naturally aged sourdough starter, shortening, lemon extract, orange extract, Thyme, baking soda, kosher salt ***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie, packed in closed bags, 12oz net wt. The label of the affected product is read in parts: "***Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie ***Oats, Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat our, malted barley our, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, ribo avin, folic acid), butterscotch chips, naturally aged sourdough starter, shortening, brown sugar, dehydrated cane sugar, vanilla, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

TULKOFF Ginger Puree 6/32oz Tubs UPC 1 00 70607 50015 6 Tulkoff Food Products, Inc. Baltimore, MD 21224 KEEP REFRIGERATED

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

FLEISCHMANN'S YEAST COMPRESSED FRESH ESL 24/1lbs Paper/Foil overwrap

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Chocolate Chip Cookie, packed in closed bags, 12oz net wt. The label of affected label is read in parts: "***Chocolate Chip Cookie***Ingredients: Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat our, malted barley our, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, ribo avin, folic acid), chocolate chips, naturally aged sourdough starter, shortening, brown sugar, dehydrated cane sugar, vanilla, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger, sea salt***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Critical Sep 29, 2021

2. "***JOY***Coriander Chutney***NET WT 8 OZ (228g)***07 28 BEST BY 073022***INGREDIENTS: CORIANDER, GREEN CHILLIES, COCONUT, SUGAR, SALT, SPICES, VINEGAR, STABILIZERS (GUAR, TRAGAGANTH AND XANTHAN), CITIRC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AS PRESERVATIVE & ARTIFICIAL COLORS (FD&C BLUE 1 & YELLOW 5)***Distributed by: Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.***48-80 Maspeth Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378***Tel: (718) 821-6050***www.joyfoodinc.com***6 80617 60402 2***".

Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

I SICILIANI PRIMOSALE PEPATO sheep's milk cheese with black pepper 2/5lbs Plastic overwrap PRODUCT OF ITALY

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

1. "***JOY***Tamarind Chutney***NET WT 8 OZ (228g)***06.19 BEST BY 093022***INGREDIENTS: TAMARIND TOMATOES, SALT, SPICES, SUGAR, STABILIZERS (GUAR, TRAGAGANTH AND XANTHAN), CITIRC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AS PRESERVATIVE.***Distributed by: Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.***48-80 Maspeth Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378***Tel: (718) 821-6050***www.joyfoodinc.com***"6 80617 60406 0***".

Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Banquet Cut European Style Cold Smoked Salmon, Item Number 2-92845, brand Gerard and Dominique Seafoods, packaged in pouch, net wt. per pouch is random, frozen, UPC of pouch: 2 92845 00250 3. The storage/thawing instructions on the pouch is read in parts: "***KEEP FROZEN UNTIL USED. THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION AT OR BELOW 38F. USE BY 30 DAYS AFTER THAW***". The master case has the UPC 7 52047 92845 7 and net wt. 16 lbs. The master case label is read in parts: LOX EURO SLICED BANQUET 6/CS *

Seabear Company

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Lemon Blueberry Scones, packed in closed box, net wt. 12 oz. The label of affected product is read in parts: "*** Lemon Blueberry Scones*** Ingredients: Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat our, malted barley our, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, ribo avin, folic acid), dehydrated sugarcane, blueberries, buttermilk, butter, egg, lemon extract, orange extract, kosher salt, baking powder ***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Carrot cake (no brand), 6 inch and 8 inch sizes, on plastic base, with clear plastic dome. UPC code: 8 13749 01001 4 6-inch cake 8 50024 83623 5 8-inch cake

The Baking Institute Baking Co.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

"***JOY***Mint Chutney***NET WT 8 OZ (228g)***INGREDIENTS: MINT, GREEN CHILLIES, SALT, SPICES, VINEGAR, STABILIZERS (GUAR, TRAGANTH AND XANTHAN), CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AS A PRESERVATIVE AND ARTIFICIAL COLORS (FD&C 1 & YELLOW 5). ***Distributed by: Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.***48-80 Maspeth Ave., Maspeth, NY 11378***Tel: (718) 821-6050***www.joyfoodinc.com***6 80617 60402 2***".

Joy Gourmet Foods LLC.

FDA Food Critical Sep 29, 2021

Kroger Kale Bag 16oz plastic bag 8 packages per case

The Kroger Co

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

Snickerdoodle Cookie, packed in closed bags, 12oz net wt. The label of affected product is read in parts: "***Snickerdoodle Cookie*** Ingredients: Shepherds Grain Flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine, mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), dehydrated cane sugar, naturally aged sourdough starter, shortening, vanilla, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, clove, sea salt ***".

Baker's Corner Bakery

FDA Food Moderate Sep 29, 2021

SUNNY CREEK SPROUT BEAN FRESH 1/5lbs Plastic bag

Sysco Atlanta, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Huckleberry Chip, Full Tilt Ice Cream brand, packaged in 3 gallon tubs. No UPC.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Backyard mint chip, Full Tilt Ice Cream brand, packaged in 16oz pre packed pints and and 3 gallon tubs. UPC on pint container: 00856962005054.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Critical Sep 22, 2021

Purim Health Products: EpiGenius Kids Creamy Chocolate; 630 Grams, individually packed pouches. Daily Superfoods. This high protein, whole-food blend is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, D and E and contains superfruits and superveggies, along with healthy fat, fiber and probiotics. UPC: 7 64934 04600 7 Distributed by Purim, 2610 Homestead Place, Rancho Dominguez, CA Mix approximately 3 tablespoons with 8-10 oz. of cold water. i. MCT powder as a whole is 6% of the formula (37

Organic By Nature, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 22, 2021

Whole Foods Market - Vegan Croissant 4 Count CONTAINS WHEAT, SOY May contain other allergens due to shared production areas, NET WT 0lb 11oz (312g) PLU 69435 packaged in clear plastic container

Whole Foods Market Brand 365, Llc

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Vanilla Bean, Full Tilt Ice Cream, packaged in 16oz pre packed pints and 3 gallon tubs. UPC on pint containers only: 00856962005283

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Critical Sep 22, 2021

Marketside Chocolate Candy Cookie Cake, 24 oz. 12 x 12 black tray with clear lid.

Jimmy's Cookies, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Jimbo's BLOODY MARY MIX; 2.5OZ MAKES ABOUT 45 SERVINGS; Ingredients: Horseradish Powder, Parsley, Worcestershire Powder, Cayenne Pepper, Lemon Peel, Black Pepper, Celery Seed Powder, Lemon Juice Crystals, Sea Salt; Hand made in a facility that contains wheat, dairy, eggs and nuts; New England Cupboard 30 Liberty Drive Hermon, ME 04401

Jimbo's Kitchen

FDA Food Critical Sep 22, 2021

Loki Fish Wild Keta Salmon Lox, packaged in a 4 oz. plastic pouch, sliced on a coated board, 24 packages to a case. UPC 92103 00111. The label is read in parts: LOKI FISH *** WILD KETA LOX *** Ingredients: Wild Keta salmon, honey, salt and spices *** PRODUCT OF USA *** KEEP REFRIGERATED BELOW 38F ***lokifish.com***SEATTLE WA***".

Loki Fish Company - Office

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Coffee Oreo, Full Tilt Ice Cream brand, packaged in 3 gallon tubs. No UPC.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Vita Aid Keto-Elemental Nutrition (Chocolate), VA-958. The product is a powder, packaged in an aluminum bag , with a net weight of 315g.

Naturo Aid Pharmaceutical Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Mexican Chocolate, Full Tilt Ice Cream brand, packaged in 16oz pre packed pints and 3 gallon tubs. UPC on pint container only: 00856962005023.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Salted Caramel, brand Full Tilt Ice Cream, packaged in 16oz pre-packed pints and 3 gallon tubs. UPC on pint container only: 00856962005009.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 22, 2021

Strawberry, Full Tilt Ice Cream brand, packaged in 16oz pre packed pints and 3 gallon tubs. UPC on pint container: 00856962005290.

Full Tilt Ice Cream, LLC

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Data sources

Category data as of Aug 19, 2026.

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Category counts and the year trend are computed across the full archive for food. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of Aug 19, 2026.