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FDA Food recall · Reported February 19, 2020

Granulate Pure Cane Sugar sold under the brand names of: Ahold 16 oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY FOODHOLD USA, LLC, LANDOVER, MD 20758 UPC 6 88267 08529 1; N'Joy 22 oz canister, SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, UPC 0 86631 00698 7; Speedway 22oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY: SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, No UPC

They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material.

Recall #
F-0736-2020
Affected scope
1,513 Ahold canisters + 13,169 N'Joy canisters + 77 Speedway canisters
Initiated
January 12, 2020
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Sugar Foods Corporation recalled Granulate Pure Cane Sugar sold under the brand names of: Ahold 16 oz canister, DISTRIB… — a moderate-severity action.

Granulate Pure Cane Sugar sold under the brand names of: Ahold 16 oz canister, DISTRIB… was recalled by Sugar Foods Corporation in February 19, 2020. Reason: They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0736-2020 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Sugar Foods Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
February 19, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0736-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0736-2020) was formally reported on February 19, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 12, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Sugar Foods Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of New York, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,513 Ahold canisters + 13,169 N'Joy canisters + 77 Speedway canisters.

The documented reason for this recall is: They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA & TX.. Distribution scope 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 — 25,414 food recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. 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.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

1,513 Ahold canisters + 13,169 N'Joy canisters + 77 Speedway canisters

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Granulate Pure Cane Sugar sold under the brand names of: Ahold 16 oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY FOODHOLD USA, LLC, LANDOVER, MD 20758 UPC 6 88267 08529 1; N'Joy 22 oz canister, SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, UPC 0 86631 00698 7; Speedway 22oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY: SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, No UPC

Reason for recall

They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material.

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 Ongoing
Recall number F-0736-2020
Date reported February 19, 2020
Date initiated January 12, 2020
Recalling firm Sugar Foods Corporation
Firm location New York, NY
Affected scope 1,513 Ahold canisters + 13,169 N'Joy canisters + 77 Speedway canisters
Distribution Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA & TX.

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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (F-0736-2020) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Granulate Pure Cane Sugar sold under the brand names of: Ahold 16 oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY FOODHOLD USA, LLC, LANDOVER, MD 20758 UPC 6 88267 08529 1; N'Joy 22 oz canister, SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, UPC 0 86631 00698 7; Speedway 22oz canister, DISTRIBUTED BY: SUGAR FOODS CORPORATION NEW YORK, NY 10022, No UPC. Recalled by Sugar Foods Corporation. Units affected: 1,513 Ahold canisters + 13,169 N'Joy canisters + 77 Speedway canisters.
Why was this product recalled?
They were notified by their supplier that the product may be contaminated with foreign material.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 19, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0736-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA & TX..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0736-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported February 19, 2020.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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