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FDA Food recall · Reported November 10, 2021

Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case

California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at levels of 0.055 ppm, which was determined to be a health hazard to consu…

Recall #
F-0075-2022
Affected scope
980 cases
Initiated
October 1, 2021
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Yang Wu International Inc recalled Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case - a moderate-severity action.

Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case was recalled by Yang Wu International Inc in November 10, 2021. Reason: California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at le…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0075-2022 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Yang Wu International Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at le….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
November 10, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0075-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Food recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 25,457 food recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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

Product description

Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case

Reason for recall

California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at levels of 0.055 ppm, which was determined to be a health hazard to consumers.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0075-2022
Date reported November 10, 2021
Date initiated October 1, 2021
Recalling firm Yang Wu International Inc
Firm location Vernon, CA
Affected scope 980 cases
Distribution CA, PA

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Asian Pears 5Kg, YW Brand; 14 pears per case. Recalled by Yang Wu International Inc. Units affected: 980 cases.
Why was this product recalled?
California Department of Pesticide Regulation sampled Asian Pears and found the pesticide Phorate (NTE) at levels of 0.055 ppm, which was determined to be a health hazard to consumers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on November 10, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0075-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: CA, PA.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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