The Recall Desk

Hazard

Contamination recalls

2,096 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
2,096
Critical
84
Severe
838
Most recent
2026-10-21

Of the 2,096 contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 84 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 838 (40%) 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 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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376–400 of 2096

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2186-2023·2023-07-26

    Medline Ultrasound Probe Cover Kits Recalled for Inadequate Seam Barrier

    Medline is recalling 14,848 ultrasound probe cover kits due to potentially inadequate barriers at the seams. The kits were distributed worldwide between December 2017 and May 2023 for use in diagnostic procedures.

    Product
    Medline Probe Cover Kits containing sterile Ultrasound Gel, Labeled as the following: a) VISCERAL ANGIOGRAM PACK-LF, Model Number DYNJ0429121G; b) DBS PACK-LF, Model Number DYNJ0878178J; c) DBS PACK-LF, Model Number DYNJ0878178K; d) NEURO ARTERIOGRAM PACK-LF, Model…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0922-2023·2023-07-19

    Artificial Tears Eye Drops Recalled Due to Manufacturing Facility Contamination

    Delsam Pharma's artificial tears eye drops are being recalled nationwide due to confirmed contamination linked to manufacturing facility defects. All affected lots were distributed via two distributors.

    Product
    Delsam Pharma's ARTIFICIAL TEARS (Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium) Lubricant Eye Drops, 10 MG in 1 ml, 1%, 1/2 fl oz (15 ml) bottle, Distributed By: Delsam Pharma Llc, Bronx, New York 10467, NDC 72570 121 15.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0915-2023·2023-07-19

    Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Impurities Exceeding Allowable Limits

    Big Machine Distillery Hand Sanitizer is being recalled due to manufacturing impurities exceeding allowable limits. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Big Machine Distillery Hand Sanitizer Non-Sterile Solution Alcohol Antiseptic 80% Topical Solution, Produced and Distributed by Big Machine Distillery 1800 Abernathy Road Lynnville, TN 38472 a) 50 mL UPC 8 59105 00452 5; b) 100 mL UPC 8 59105 00453 2; c) 375 mL; d) 1/2 gallon…
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0920-2023·2023-07-19

    EzriCare Artificial Tears Eye Drops Recalled for Manufacturing Contamination

    EzriCare Artificial Tears eye drops are being recalled nationwide due to manufacturing facility contamination and CGMP deviations. The recall includes multiple lot numbers distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Artificial Tears (Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium) Lubricant Eye Drops, 10 MG in 1 ml, 1/2 fl oz (15 ml) bottle, Distributed by. EzriCare, LLC, Lakewood, NJ, NDC 79503-0101-15.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2081-2023·2023-07-12

    PriMatrix Ag Fenestrated dermal repair scaffolds recalled for endotoxin testing issues

    TEI Biosciences recalled 7,264 units of PriMatrix Ag Fenestrated dermal repair scaffolds nationwide due to possible out-of-specification endotoxin test results caused by testing methodology defects.

    Product
    PriMatrix Ag Fenestrated; Dermal Repair Scaffold; Rx Only; Sizes 10x25 cm, 20x25 cm, 4x4 cm, 6x6 cm, 8x12 cm, 8x8 cm.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2070-2023·2023-07-12

    Surgical collagen matrix recall due to endotoxin testing failures

    TEI Biosciences is recalling 22,163 units of SurgiMend PRS collagen matrices due to endotoxin testing deficiencies that may have resulted in contaminated products being distributed. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    SurgiMend PRS; Collagen Matrix for Soft Tissue Reconstruction; Rx Only; Sizes 10x15 cm Semi-Oval, 7x17 cm Fenestrated, 10x20 cm Fenestrated, 8x16 cm Semi-Oval, 15x15 cm Semi-Oval, 8x20 cm Fenestrated, 10x15 cm Slant Fenestrated, 7x17 cm Semi-Oval, 8x16 cm Thin Semi-Oval, 10x20…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2089-2023·2023-07-12

    DeRoyal Pelvic Exam Trays Recalled Due to Compromised Package Seals

    DeRoyal Industries is recalling 3 packs of Pelvic Exam Trays because the outer package seals may be open or compromised, potentially affecting the sterility of the medical procedure packs.

    Product
    Custom medical procedure packs labeled as: a) PELVIC EXAM TRAY, REF 89-6219
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2082-2023·2023-07-12

    Dermal repair scaffold recalled due to endotoxin testing failures

    TEI Biosciences is recalling 10,159 units of PriMatrix Ag Meshed dermal repair scaffolds due to testing failures that cannot verify endotoxin levels. Procedures for testing bacterial toxin levels during manufacturing quality control were found to be flawed.

    Product
    PriMatrix Ag Meshed; Dermal Repair Scaffold; Rx Only; Sizes 10x12 cm (2:1), 10x25 cm (2:1), 20x25 cm (1:1), 4x4 cm (2:1), 6x6 cm (2:1), 8x12 cm (2:1), 8x8 cm (2:1).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2085-2023·2023-07-12

    Soft tissue repair matrix recalled due to possible endotoxin contamination

    TEI Biosciences is recalling 4,832 units of TissueMend Advanced Soft Tissue Repair Matrix due to possible out-of-specification endotoxin test results. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    TissueMend; Advanced Soft Tissue Repair Matrix; Rx Only; Sizes 5x6 cm, 6x10 cm, and 3x3 cm.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2083-2023·2023-07-12

    Revize Collagen Matrix Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Testing Issues

    TEI Biosciences recalls 199 units of Revize Collagen Matrix due to possible out-of-specification endotoxin test results from faulty testing procedures. The product is distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Revize; Collagen Matrix for Soft Tissue Reconstruction; Rx Only; Sizes 10x10 cm, 4x12 cm, 4x16 cm.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1690-2023·2023-06-14

    Presource Laparoscopy Kit Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Cardinal Health is recalling Presource Kit laparoscopy surgical packs due to being released without sterility assurance. Affected units may harbor contamination and pose a risk during surgical procedures.

    Product
    Presource Kit, SMA21LPUHJ GYN Laparoscopy Pack. Convenience kit used for Laparoscopic surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1661-2023·2023-06-07

    Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoir packaging pinholes may compromise sterility

    Maquet Medical Systems is recalling Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoirs because packaging pinholes may compromise the sterile barrier, potentially exposing patients to non-sterile devices that could cause infection or sepsis.

    Product
    Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoir, used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. VKMO 10000-USA 701070441 VKMO 11000-USA 701070445
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1640-2023·2023-06-07

    QUADROX-i Neonatal oxygenator recalled for compromised sterile packaging

    Maquet Medical Systems is recalling QUADROX-i Neonatal oxygenators due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. Improper accessory placement and packaging damage could expose the device to contamination, risking infection and sepsis.

    Product
    QUADROX -i Neonatal, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item no. HMO 10000-USA 701070412 HMO 11000-USA 701070416
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1641-2023·2023-06-07

    QUADROX-i Pediatric Oxygenator Packaging Defects Compromise Sterile Barrier

    FDA Class II recall of QUADROX-i Pediatric oxygenators due to packaging defects—creases, holes, cracks—that compromise sterile barriers, risking infection and sepsis during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.

    Product
    QUADROX-i Pediatric, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. HMO 30000-USA 701070384 HMO 31000-USA 701070388
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1642-2023·2023-06-07

    Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoirs recalled for sterile packaging defects

    Maquet Medical Systems USA is recalling Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoirs for cardiopulmonary bypass due to sterile packaging defects. Exposure to non-sterile product could result in infection, sepsis, or ischemia.

    Product
    Venous Hardshell Cardiotomy Reservoir, used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. VKMO 10000-USA 701070441 VKMO 11000-USA 701070445
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0714-2023·2023-05-31

    FDA Recalls Norepinephrine Injection Due to Sterility Assurance Concerns

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling 2,041 bags of norepinephrine injection nationwide due to FDA concerns about product sterility. Healthcare providers should immediately stop using affected lots.

    Product
    norepinephrine 4 mg added to dextrose 5% 250 mL*, 16 mcg/mL, 250 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., 6580 Snowdrift Rd., Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-6056-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0650-2023·2023-05-31

    Cardioplegia Solution Nationwide Recall Due to Sterility Assurance Failure

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling 255 bags of Cardioplegia Solution after FDA inspection questioned its sterility assurance. The product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Cardioplegia Solution, Reperfusate No Potassium, packaged in 238.75 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., Lehigh Valley, 6580 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-0005-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0728-2023·2023-05-31

    Potassium Phosphate Drug Product Recalled for Sterility Assurance Defect

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services recalled 2,146 bags of potassium phosphate with sodium chloride solution nationwide because FDA inspection raised concerns about whether the sterile products met required sterility standards.

    Product
    potassium phosphate 30 mmole added to 0.9% sodium chloride 500 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., 6580 Snowdrift Rd., Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-7016-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0653-2023·2023-05-31

    FDA Recalls Cardioplegia Solution Over Sterility Assurance Concerns

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling Cardioplegia Solution, Reperfusate 4:1 due to lack of sterility assurance identified during an FDA inspection. The recall affects 338 bags distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Cardioplegia Solution, Reperfusate 4:1 low potassium, 15 mEq K, packaged in 477.5 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., Lehigh Valley, 6580 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-0008-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0746-2023·2023-05-31

    Heparin Solution Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance Failure

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling 2,992 bags of heparin solution nationwide due to failure of sterility assurance discovered during FDA inspection.

    Product
    heparin added to 0.9% sodium chloride, 2,500 units/500 mL* (5 units/mL), 500 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., 6580 Snowdrift Rd., Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-8100-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0722-2023·2023-05-31

    Vancomycin Injectable Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance Failure

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services recalls 9,037 bags of vancomycin injectable due to FDA concerns about sterility assurance. Products distributed nationwide may not meet required sterility standards.

    Product
    vancomycin added to 0.9% sodium chloride, 1.5 g/250 mL* (6 mg/mL), 250 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., 6580 Snowdrift Rd., Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-6076-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0696-2023·2023-05-31

    Neonatal TPN Bags Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling 259 neonatal TPN bags nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility following FDA inspection.

    Product
    Neonatal TPN Starter Bag, Amino Acids (Trophamine) 3%/Dextrose 5% with low calcium and HEPARIN, packaged in 250 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., Lehigh Valley, 6580 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-0427-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0672-2023·2023-05-31

    Cardioplegia Solution Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services is recalling its Cardioplegia Solution after an FDA inspection raised concerns about product sterility. The recall affects 333 bags distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Cardioplegia Solution, Induction 4:1 in Ringer's, HIGH POTASSIUM, 48 mEq K, packaged in 522.8 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., Lehigh Valley, 6580 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-0206-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0671-2023·2023-05-31

    Cardioplegia Solution Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Central Admixture Pharmacy Services recalls Cardioplegia Solution (Maintenance 4:1 in Ringer's) due to lack of sterility assurance confirmed by FDA inspection. The product is used during cardiac surgery and distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Cardioplegia Solution, Maintenance 4:1 in Ringer's, low potassium, 12 mEq K, packaged in 504.8 mL per bag, Rx only, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc., Lehigh Valley, 6580 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106, NDC 71285-0205-1.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide