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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 · 2026-09-29

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 2026-09-29. 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 2026-09-29.
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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

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FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

High Quality Organics Organic Parsley, Medium, Organic Parsley Fines 50 lbs. 25 lbs. 20 lbs. 0.25 lbs.

High Quality Organics

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Muntock White Pepper 2.1 oz. Jar UPC 8105701792 Case UPC 40081057017928

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Gourmet Sesame Seeds 2.4 oz. Jar UPC 8105701937 Case UPC 40081057019373

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Herbs De Provence 0.6 oz. Jar UPC 8105701440 Case UPC 40081057014408

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Coriander 1.4 oz. Jar UPC 8105701275 Case UPC 40081057012756

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Organic Parsley 0.23 oz. Jar UPC 8105701659 Case UPC 40081057016594

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Italian Seasoning 0.6 oz. Jar UPC 8105701450 Case UPC 40081057014507

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Moderate Oct 28, 2020

Frozen raw Lobster Tail pastry 100 count, sold in 15LB, 24LB, 40.25LB cases

Ariola Foods Corp.

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Malabar Black Peppercorns 2.1 oz. Jar UPC 8105701700 Case UPC 40081057017003

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Cilantro 0.3 oz. Jar UPC 8105701236 Case UPC 40081057012367

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Szechwan Seasoning 2.1 oz. Jar UPC 8105701955 Case UPC 40081057019557

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Freeze-Dried Chives 0.13 oz. Jar UPC 8105701230 Case UPC 40081057012305

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Dill Weed 0.5 oz. Jar UPC 8105701348 Case UPC 40081057013487

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Saigon Organic Cinnamon 1.7 oz. Jar UPC 8105701245 Case UPC 40081057012459

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Paprika 1.4 oz. Jar UPC 8105701653 Case UPC 40081057016532

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Chinese Ginger 1.6 oz. Jar UPC 8105701420 Case UPC 40081057014200

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

The Spice Hunter Mexican Seasoning 1.4 oz. Jar UPC 8105701541 Case UPC 40081057015412

Sauer Brands Inc - SLO

FDA Food Critical Oct 28, 2020

Shirakiku brand Black Fungus (Kikurage); 5 lb. bag, 6 x 5 lb. bags per case Item # 60403; UPC 0 74410 60403 5 Ingredients: Back Fungus, Contains: Sulfites Product of China Distributed by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. Santa Fe Springs, CA, 90670

Wismettac Asian Foods, INC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 28, 2020

Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water; Sold under brand names of Bumble Bee and Kirkland Signature: Bumble Bee NET WT 8-7 oz. (198g) Total 56 oz. (3 lbs 8 oz) 1.59 kg); DR WT 8-5.2 oz. (144g_ total 40..8 oz (2 lb 9 oz) (1.15 kg); For Case UPC 86600-23061, the 8 Pack film UPC is 8660023061, can label UPC is 86600-23059 Kirkland Signature NET WT 8-7 oz. (198g) Total 56 oz. (3 lbs 8 oz) 1.59 kg); DR WT 8-5,4 oz (153g) Total 43.2 oz. (2.7 lbs.) (1.22 kg); For Case UPC 9661933523, the 8-

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC

CPSC No agency class Oct 28, 2020

Porter World Trade Recalls Ron Jon Surf Shop Sippy Cup Due to Violations of Federal Lead Content and Phthalates Bans

Yitak Industry Company Limited, of China

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Seasonal Trio 32oz UPC 681131180696 packaged in clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting, 8.0 oz. plastic clam shell containing 4 cupcakes, UPC 8-50489-00310-4, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Apple Grape Tray With Caramel Sauce 2 lbs 10oz UPC 68113118012 packaged in clear plastic Tray

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Red Grapes 10oz UPC 68113118047; Red Grape 5.5oz UPC 74641031976 packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Summer Blend 5oz UPC 681131355094 packaged in clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Loins, Vacuum Packed, Imported and Distributed by Seafarers, Inc, 5-8 LBS, Product of Vietnam

SEAFARERS INC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Fall Frost Pumpkin Cupcake, 8.0 oz. plastic clam shell containing 4 cupcakes, UPC 8-50489-00320-3, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Race Trac Melon Trio 5.5 oz UPC 74641031945 packaged in clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Chewy Chocolatey Brownie Bites, 6.6 oz. plastic clam shell containing approximately 12 (6.6 oz.), UPC 8-50489-00315-9, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Newly Weds Foods G44384 Cinnamon Snack Seasoning X1, 250 lbs. drum

Newly Weds Foods Inc

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Very Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting, 8.0 oz. plastic clam shell containing 4 cupcakes, UPC 8-50489-00309-8, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Watermelon 10 oz UPC Code: 681131180672; Watermelon 32 oz UPC Code: 681131180689; Watermelon Chunks 42 oz UPC Code: 681131180658; Watermelon Spears 16 oz UPC Code: 681131180665; RaceTrac Watermelon 5.5oz UPC Code: 74641000644 all packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Newly Weds Foods S13823 Berbere Seasoning Blend X1, 50 lbs. bag

Newly Weds Foods Inc

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Tropical Blend 5oz UPC 68113135100 packaged in clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Mixed Apples 32oz UPC 681131180078 packaged in clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Pineapple 32oz UPC 681131180443; Pineapple Chunks 10oz UPC 681131180429; Pineapple Chunks 16oz UPC 681131180467; Pineapple 42oz UPC 681131180436; Pineapple chunks 5.5 oz UPC 74641011862 all packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Green Apples 32oz UPC 681131180061 packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Chocolate Celebration Cake, 17.5 oz. plastic clam shell containing 1 cake, UPC 8-50489-00322-7, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 6 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Frosty Zucchini Cupcakes, 8.0 oz. plastic clam shell containing 4 cupcakes, UPC 8-50489-00311-1, P.O. Box 2954 Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case.

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Seasonal Fruit Tray 40oz UPC 681131180238 packaged in a clear plastic container

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Red Apple 14oz UPC 681131180047; Red apple 32oz UPC 681131180108 packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Cantaloupe Chunks 16oz UPC 681131180153; Cantaloupe Chunks 10oz UPC 681131180146 packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Seasonal Blend 10oz UPC 68113118048; Seasonal Blend 16oz UPC 681131180498; Seasonal Blend 32oz UPC 681131180504 all packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS is frozen potatoes, SKU # 94904, retail bag has net wt. 2 lbs. Product is packaged in plastic bag. TRADER JOE S TRADER POTATO TOTS, master case is labeled as 0094 9040, frozen potatoes. There are 18/2 lbs. bags per case. The retail label is read in parts: "***SKU# 94904 *** TRADER JOE'S TRADER JOE POTATO TOTS ***KEEP FROZEN *** DIST. & SOLD EXCLUSIVELY BY: TRADER JOE'S MONROVIA, CA***".

J .R. Simplot Company

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Mango Spears 16 oz UPC 681131180382; Mango 10 oz UPC 681131180375; Mango Chunks 5.5 oz UPC 74641018410 all packaged in clear plastic containers

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Cinnamon Apple Crisps packaged under the following Brands and sizes: 1. Seneca, 2.5 ounce, UPC 0 18195-70100 8; 2. Clancy's 2.5 ounce, UPC 41498-27266. 3. Seneca, 0.7 ounce, UPC 0 18195-70140 4 4. Seneca 20 lb. 1" dices, product code 10134

Seneca Foods Corporation

FDA Food Critical Oct 21, 2020

Pineapple, Grapes, and Mango Blend 16oz UPC 68113118039

Country Fresh Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 21, 2020

Lucky Spoon Bakery Gluten Free Utterly Almond Muffins, 7.25 oz. plastic clam shell containing 6 muffins, UPC 8-50489-00305-0, P.O. Box 2954, Salt Lake City, UT 84110. 12 packages/case

Lucky Spoon Bakery, LLC

FDA Drug Critical Oct 21, 2020

Smart Care HAND SANITIZER, Ethyl Alcohol 62%, packaged in 0.84 FL.OZ (25 mL), labeled as a) Paw Patrol (Item #: 92321-144, UPC 8 50016 92321 9, NDC 70108-042-01); b) JoJo Siwa Dreamer (Item #: 92320-144, UPC 8 50016 92320 2, NDC 70108-044-01); c) Hot Wheels (Item #: 92317-144, UPC 8 50016 92317 2, NDC 70108-045-01); d) Barbie (Item #: 92318-144, UPC 8 50016 92318 9, NDC 70108-046-01); e) Trolls (Item #: 92322-144, UPC 8 50016 92322 6, NDC 70108-047-01); and f) Minions (Item #: 92319-144, UPC

ASHTEL STUDIOS, INC.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 14, 2020

Meal Simple Taco Seasoned Salmon Over Fire Roasted Vegetables and Grains, Net WT. 10.8 oz (306g), Use By Date of 2020-9-24.

TAMPA BAY FISHERIES INC

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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.