Hazard

Contamination Risk recalls

996 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 996
Critical: 2
Severe: 113
Most recent: 2026-09-09

Of the 996 contamination risk recalls we have scored against our rubric, 2 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 113 (11%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all contamination risk recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.

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776–800 of 996

HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0730-2022·2022-04-06
Injectable testosterone-anastrozole mixture recalled for sterility assurance failure
Drug Depot (APS Pharmacy) is recalling testosterone cypionate/anastrozole injectable oil due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 846 vials distributed nationwide.
Product
TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE/ANASTROZOLE *GS* OIL 200MG/1MG/ML Injectable, Packaged in a multi dose 10ML vial, as a) 4 ML Formula ID 115387; b) (RM) 10 ML Formula ID 115125; APS Pharmacy
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0706-2022·2022-03-30
Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection Recalled Due to Defective Container
Athenex Pharma Solutions is recalling Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection due to defective containers affecting specific lots distributed nationwide.
Product
Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection 4mg per 250 mL in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 4 mg, 250 mL excel bag, Rx only, Athenex Pharma Solutions, LLC, Clarence, NY, 14031, NDC 76154-474-15
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0655-2022·2022-03-23
B. Braun 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection bags recalled for leaking
B. Braun Medical, Inc. is recalling 33,742 bags of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP due to leaking that compromises sterility assurance. The intravenous medication was distributed nationwide.
Product
SODIUM CHLORIDE — SODIUM CHLORIDE (SODIUM CHLORIDE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0661-2022·2022-03-23
Trimix Injectable Vials Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance
Family Pharmacy of Statesville is recalling Trimix (Alprostadil/Papaverine/Phentolamine) injectable vials distributed in North Carolina due to lack of assurance of sterility.
Product
Trimix (Alprostadil/Papaverine/Phentolamine) 10 mcg/20 mg/1 mg Injectable 5 mL vials, Rx only, Family Pharmacy of Statesville, Inc.
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0663-2022·2022-03-23
Morphine Sulfate Infusion Recall Due to Sterility Assurance Failure
Family Pharmacy of Statesville is recalling Morphine Sulfate 6 mg/mL infusions in 250 mL bags due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product was distributed in North Carolina.
Product
Morphine Sulfate 6 mg/mL Infusion in 250 mL bag, Rx only, Family Pharmacy of Statesville, Inc.
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0778-2022·2022-03-23
Boston Scientific JAGTOME RX Recalled for Sterile Barrier Breach
Boston Scientific is recalling 96 units of JAGTOME RX medical devices due to a sterile barrier breach that compromises device sterility. Patients should contact their physician if they received this device.
Product
JAGTOME RX 49-30-260-035 Material Number: M00573020
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0770-2022·2022-03-23
Boston Scientific JAGTOME RX medical device recalled for sterile barrier breach
Boston Scientific has recalled 1,447 units of the JAGTOME RX 39-30-260-025 medical device due to a compromised sterile barrier that affects device sterility. The affected devices were distributed worldwide.
Product
JAGTOME RX 39-30-260-025 Material Number: M00573100
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0764-2022·2022-03-23
Medical device sterile barrier breach in Boston Scientific HYDRATOME RX
Boston Scientific is recalling HYDRATOME RX 49-30MM/260CM devices worldwide because sterile barriers are compromised. The manufacturing defect affects device sterility.
Product
HYDRATOME RX 49-30MM/260CM Material Number: M00583010
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0776-2022·2022-03-23
Medical Device Sterile Barrier Breach: JAGTOME RX Recall
Boston Scientific is recalling JAGTOME RX medical devices because the sterile barrier may be compromised, which could allow contamination. The recall affects 163 units distributed worldwide.
Product
JAGTOME RX 44-30-450-035 Material Number: M00573070
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0752-2022·2022-03-23
Boston Scientific Sphincterotome Recalled for Sterile Barrier Breach
Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling 1,811 units of Dreamtome Cannulating Sphincterotomes worldwide because the sterile barrier is compromised, creating a potential contamination risk.
Product
Dreamtome Cannulating Sphincterotome-DREAMTOME 44-20MM/450CM Material Number: M00584060
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0760-2022·2022-03-23
Hydratome RX 44-20MM medical device recalled for sterile barrier breach
Boston Scientific is recalling 254 units of the Hydratome RX 44-20MM medical device worldwide due to a compromised sterile barrier that may affect device sterility.
Product
HYDRATOME RX 44-20MM/450CM Material Number: M00583060
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0708-2022·2022-03-09
OPAQUE Lacrimal Plugs recalled due to sterile pouch seal defect
Lacrimedics is recalling approximately 5,767 units of OPAQUE Lacrimal Plugs due to potential defects in the sterile pouch seal that could compromise product sterility. The affected devices were distributed nationwide and internationally.
Product
OPAQUE Herrick Lacrimal Plugs, HP3, 0.3 mm, HP5, 0.5mm, HP7, 0.7.mm, STERILE, EO, Rx only, CE Dry eye treatment
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0709-2022·2022-03-09
Lacrimedics Collagen Plugs recalled for potential sterility seal compromise
Lacrimedics is recalling Collagen Plugs (models CP3, CP4, CP5) due to potential seal integrity defects in sterile pouches. The seals may contain channels that could compromise sterility and allow contamination.
Product
Collagen Plugs, CP3, 0.3mm, CP4, 0.4mm, CP5, 0.5 mm, Sterile, EO, Rx Only, CE Dry eye treatment
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0707-2022·2022-03-09
Brasseler K-WIRE surgical instruments recalled for unsealed packaging
Brasseler USA is recalling 231 units of K-WIRE Double Trocar Smooth surgical instruments due to unsealed packaging that may compromise sterility.
Product
Brasseler USA, K-WIRE, Double Trocar Smooth, REF KM172-26-35S
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0640-2022·2022-02-16
Natural Way Cheese Dill Cheese Curds Recalled for Improper Milk Storage
Natural Way Cheese is recalling Dill Cheese Curds because milk was stored in a holding tank longer than the required 72-hour cleaning interval. The improper storage creates a potential food safety risk.
Product
Natural Way Cheese Dill Cheese Curds, retail 12oz plastic bag UPC 8 10056 75019 0, 12 retail units per wholesale case
Category
Food
Distribution
2 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0535-2022·2022-02-09
DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode Sterile Barrier Compromise Recall
DIXI MEDICAL USA is recalling Microdeep Depth Electrodes used in neurological monitoring and stimulation due to potential deformation of the internal sterile packaging. The compromised sterile barrier could allow contamination before use.
Product
The DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode (Microdeep Depth Electrode or Electrode) is a smooth electrode that is 0.8 mm in diameter with a rounded (hemispherical) tip. The electrode has multiple platinum/iridium contacts that are 2 mm long, with a total exploration length va
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0539-2022·2022-02-09
DIXI Medical Depth Electrodes recalled for potential sterile packaging defect
DIXI MEDICAL USA is recalling 461 Microdeep Depth Electrodes. The internal blister packaging may deform, potentially compromising the sterile barrier when removed from the protective Tyvek bag.
Product
The DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode (Microdeep Depth Electrode or Electrode) is a smooth electrode that is 0.8 mm in diameter with a rounded (hemispherical) tip. The electrode has multiple platinum/iridium contacts that are 2 mm long, with a total exploration length va
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0534-2022·2022-02-09
Microdeep Depth Brain Electrodes recall due to sterile barrier compromise risk
DIXI Medical is recalling 484 Microdeep Depth Electrodes nationwide due to potential deformation of internal packaging that could compromise the sterile barrier of these brain recording devices.
Product
The DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode (Microdeep Depth Electrode or Electrode) is a smooth electrode that is 0.8 mm in diameter with a rounded (hemispherical) tip. The electrode has multiple platinum/iridium contacts that are 2 mm long, with a total exploration length va
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0541-2022·2022-02-09
DIXI Microdeep Depth Electrodes recalled for potential packaging deformation compromising sterility
DIXI MEDICAL USA is recalling 1792 Microdeep Depth Electrodes due to potential deformation of the internal blister pack that could compromise the sterile barrier when the device is removed from its Tyvek bag.
Product
The DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode (Microdeep Depth Electrode or Electrode) is a smooth electrode that is 0.8 mm in diameter with a rounded (hemispherical) tip. The electrode has multiple platinum/iridium contacts that are 2 mm long, with a total exploration length va
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0540-2022·2022-02-09
DIXI Microdeep Depth Electrode sterile barrier packaging defect
DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrodes are recalled due to potential deformation of the blister pack packaging that could compromise the sterile barrier. 345 units nationwide are affected.
Product
The DIXI Medical Microdeep Depth Electrode (Microdeep Depth Electrode or Electrode) is a smooth electrode that is 0.8 mm in diameter with a rounded (hemispherical) tip. The electrode has multiple platinum/iridium contacts that are 2 mm long, with a total exploration length va
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0394-2022·2022-02-02
ALUM Concentrate IV Bags Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance
Edge Pharma, LLC is recalling ALUM Concentrate (Aluminum Potassium Sulfate Dodecahydrate) IV bags nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product is a prescription intravenous medication supplied in 300 ml bags.
Product
ALUM Concentrate (Aluminum Potassium Sulfate Dodecahydrate in Sterile Water (PF) 30 g/300 ml, IV bag, Rx Only, Edge Pharma, LLC, 856 Hercules Dr, Colchester, VT 05446, NDC 05446-0637-03
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0410-2022·2022-02-02
Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Injection Syringes Recalled for Sterility Risk
Edge Pharma is recalling Moxifloxacin sterile ophthalmic injection syringes nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The 860 affected syringes were distributed across two lots.
Product
Moxifloxacin, Sterile Ophthalmic Solution for Injection, Preservative Free, 0.8mg/0.8 mL (1mg/mL), 0.8 mL per syringe, Single Use Syringe, For Intraocular Injection, Edge Pharma, LL, 856 Hercules Dr., Colchester, VT 05446, NDC 05446-1050-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0416-2022·2022-02-02
Edge Pharma Phenylephrine HCl IV Injection Sterility Assurance Recall
Edge Pharma is recalling Phenylephrine HCl 1mg/10mL single-use syringes for IV injection due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 6,535 vials distributed nationwide.
Product
Phenylephrine HCl, 1mg/10mL (0.1mg/mL), 10 mL per syringe, Single Use Syringe for IV Injection, Edge Pharma, LLC, 856 Hercules Dr, Colchester, VT 05446 NDC 05446-1544-10
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0408-2022·2022-02-02
Mitomycin-C Sterile Ophthalmic Solution Lacks Sterility Assurance
Edge Pharma is recalling Mitomycin-C Sterile Ophthalmic Solution because the manufacturer cannot assure that the product is sterile. The recall affects 163 syringes distributed nationwide.
Product
Mitomycin-C Sterile Ophthalmic Solution, Preservative Free, 0.32mg/0.8 mL (0.4mg/mL) 0.8 mL per syringe, Single Use Syringe, For Topical Ophthalmic Use, Edge Pharma LLC, 856 Hercules Dr. Colchester, VT 05446, NDC 05446-1009-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0401-2022·2022-02-02
Edge Pharma Edetate Disodium Ophthalmic Solution Recall for Sterility Concerns
Edge Pharma is recalling Edetate Disodium (EDTA) 3% Sterile Ophthalmic Solution due to lack of assurance of sterility. The product is a single-dose eye drop used for topical ophthalmic use.
Product
Edetate Disodium (EDTA), Sterile Ophthalmic Solution, (PF) 3%, 10mL per dropper, Single Dose Droptainer for Topical Ophthalmic Use, Edge Pharma, LLC, 856 Hercules Dr., Colchester, VT, 05446, NDC 05446-1428-10
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide