Hazard

Contamination recalls

2,060 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 2,060
Critical: 83
Severe: 615
Most recent: 2026-09-09

Of the 2,060 contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 83 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 615 (30%) 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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476–500 of 2060

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0167-2023·2022-11-09
NICU PICC Insertion Bundle Recalled for Breather Pouch Seal Defects
Medline Industries recalls NICU PICC insertion bundles (50 kits) due to openings in breather pouch seals that compromise sterile barrier integrity. This Class II recall affects units distributed across the United States.
Product
CENTURION MEDICAL PRODUCTS NICU PICC INSERTION BUNDLE W/O, REF CVI4470. Convenience kit used in medical procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0027-2023·2022-11-09
Acetylcysteine Eye Drops Recalled for Sterility Assurance Issues
Acetylcysteine ophthalmic solution 5% from Vital Care Compounder is recalled due to manufacturing deficiencies that cannot ensure product sterility. The affected product was distributed in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
Product
ACETYLCYSTEINE OPTH 5% Solution, 15 mL droptainers, Rx only, Vital Care Compounder, 115 S. 40th Ave., Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Category
Drug
Distribution
4 states
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0046-2023·2022-11-09
Injectable Papaverine/Phentolamine Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance Failure
Pharmacy Plus, Inc. is recalling 242 vials of papaverine/phentolamine injection because FDA inspection found the products were produced in conditions that cannot guarantee sterility. The affected lots were distributed to AL, LA, MS, and TN.
Product
PAPAVERINE / PHENTOLAMINE INJECTION 150MG / 5MG / VIAL SOLUTION, 10 mL vials, Rx only, Vital Care Compounder, 115 S. 40th Ave., Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Category
Drug
Distribution
4 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0162-2023·2022-11-09
Medline Lithotomy Sterile Surgical Kit Recalled for Compromised Breather Pouch Seal
Medline is recalling 96 sterile surgical kits (REF DYNJ50099C, Lot 22DBL482) distributed nationwide due to complaints of openings in breather pouches that compromise sterility and increase contamination risk.
Product
MEDLINE LITHOTOMY, REF DYNJ50099C. Convenience kit used in medical/surgical procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0053-2023·2022-10-26
Lyons Ready Care Thickened Orange Nectar Recalled for Spoilage
Lyons Magnus LLC is recalling Lyons Ready Care Thickened Orange Nectar due to indication of product spoilage. The recall affects 1,272 cases distributed nationwide with specific lot numbers and best-by dates in March 2023.
Product
Lyons Ready Care Thickened Orange Nectar packaged in combi-bloc multi wall paper cartons 46 fl oz cartons - 6 cartons to a case
Category
Food
Distribution
48 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-0054-2023·2022-10-26
Lyons Ready Care Thickened Apple Honey Nectar Recalled Due to Spoilage
Lyons Magnus LLC is recalling Lyons Ready Care Thickened Apple Honey Nectar due to indications of product spoilage. The nationwide recall affects 645 cases with specific lot numbers and best-by dates in March 2023.
Product
Lyons Ready Care Thickened Apple Honey Nectar packaged in combi-bloc multi wall paper cartons 46 fl oz cartons - 6 cartons to a case
Category
Food
Distribution
48 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0037-2023·2022-10-19
G-PREPROTEIN Liquid Dietary Supplement Recalled for Quality and Appearance Issues
Novis PR, LLC recalled G-PREPROTEIN Liquid Dietary Supplement due to atypical bottle appearance, unusual odor, and atypical bubbles when opened. The recall affects 1,369 units distributed in Puerto Rico.
Product
G-PREPROTEIN, Liquid Predigested Protein, Dietary Supplement, Cherry Flavor, Net Contents 16 fl oz (473 mL), Kramer Novis
Category
Food
Distribution
1 state
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0027-2023·2022-10-12
Renaissance Food Group Recalls Veggie Kabobs Due to Listeria Contamination
Renaissance Food Group is recalling 3 Skewer Veggie Kabobs due to confirmed Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Products were distributed in Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Product
3 Skewer Veggie Kabobs, NET WT, 1 LB 6 OZ (623g), Dist. By: Renaissance Food Group LLC 4322 Moreland Ave. Conley, GA 30288, UPC, ? 26766 19008 ?
Category
Food
Distribution
3 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1822-2022·2022-10-05
Humidifier Bottle and Syringe Filter Kit Sterile Barrier Breach Recall
CooperSurgical is recalling BT37 benchtop incubator humidifier and filter kits due to a potential sterile barrier breach. The defect may allow unsterilized devices to contaminate and degrade embryos during incubation.
Product
Humidifier bottle and syringe filter kit (6 count of each) for the BT37 Mark I Benchtop Incubator (AY102295). The Mark I model is no longer produced, but the legacy humidifier bottle component design can also be used with the BT37 Mark II Benchtop Incubator.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
25 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1823-2022·2022-10-05
CooperSurgical incubator humidifier kit recall due to sterile barrier breach
CooperSurgical is recalling 5,182 humidifier bottle and filter kits for BT37 Mark II incubators due to potential sterile barrier damage from packaging defects. This could result in use of unsterilized components, risking embryo contamination.
Product
Humidifier bottle and syringe filter kit (6 count of each) for the BT37 Mark II Benchtop Incubator (AY200246)
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
25 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1750-2022·2022-09-28
Strawberries Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitization in Wash Water
Russ Davis Wholesale LLC is recalling 87,915 units of 5-pound strawberries because wash water may have had inadequate sanitizer, potentially allowing contamination.
Product
Strawberries, Net Wt 5 lb., item # 80309, Keep Refrigerated
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1783-2022·2022-09-28
Vegetable Medley from Russ Davis Wholesale Recalled for Inadequate Sanitizer
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling 87,915 units of Vegetable Medley products due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. The recall affects products distributed across six Midwestern states.
Product
Vegetable Medley. Contains: Carrot, Broccoli, Cauliflower. Keep Refrigerated. Item 89334. Net Wt. 12 oz. Kowalski's Markets.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1772-2022·2022-09-28
Fresh Vegetable Value Bowls Recalled for Inadequate Wash Water Sanitization
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Fresh Veggie Value Bowls distributed across six Midwest states due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Affected products have lot codes with use-by dates from July 13 to August 4, 2022.
Product
Fresh Veggie Value Bowl. Contains: Carrots, Celery, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Radish. Keep Refrigerated. Net Wt. 2.5 lbs. Item 82709. Packaged in the following brands Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store brands.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1767-2022·2022-09-28
Veggie Tray with Ranch Dip Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitizer
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling veggie trays sold under multiple brands due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Approximately 87,915 units were affected.
Product
Veggie Tray with Ranch Dip. Contains Baby Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Broccoli, and Ranch Dip. Keep Refrigerated. Item 80931. Net Wt. 3 lb. Packed under brands: Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store branded.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1767-2022·2022-09-28
Medical Device Recall: CARDIOHELP HLS Set Advanced Sterility Barrier Breach
Maquet Medical Systems is expanding its recall of the CARDIOHELP HLS Set Advanced due to a potential breach in the sterility barrier that could compromise product sterility, affecting 6,871 US units and 18,670 worldwide.
Product
BEQ-HLS 7050 USA; HLS Set Advanced 7.0 Part No. 70106.9078. A preconnected set used for extracorporeal respiratory and/or cardiovascular support, as part of the CARDIOHELP System.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-1776-2022·2022-09-28
Blueberry Salsa Recalled Due to Inadequate Wash Water Sanitation
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Blueberry Salsa due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. The product was distributed to retailers in Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
Product
Blueberry Salsa. Contains: Mango, Blueberries, Red Bell Pepper, Pineapple, Green Bell Pepper, Papaya, Jalapeno Pepper, Onion, Orange, Cilantro, Lime Juice. Keep Refrigerated. Packaged in the following brands and sizes: 1. Item 85094. Net Wt. 8 oz. Crazy Fresh, qu
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1760-2022·2022-09-28
Berry Tray Recall Due to Inadequate Sanitization
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling 87,915 units of Berry Tray with Fruit Dip due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Affected products were distributed in IA, MI, MN, ND, SD, and WI with best-by dates of 7/8–8/1/2022.
Product
Berry Tray with Fruit Dip containing Strawberry, Blackberry, Blueberry, raspberry and fruit dip. Net Wt. 1.5 lbs. Item 80822 Packaged under the following brands: Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store branded.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1771-2022·2022-09-28
Fruit Bowls Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitizer in Wash Water
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling fruit bowls sold in six Midwestern states due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water used during processing. The recall affects approximately 87,915 units.
Product
Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Pineapple, Strawberries. Keep Refrigerated. Net Wt. 3 lbs. Packaged in the following brands 1. Item 81110. Sunrise Fruit Bowl. grocery store brands. 2. Item 81113. Fresh Fruit Value Bowl. Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store brands.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1520-2022·2022-09-21
Carolina Infusion Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable Recalled for Sterility Issue
Carolina Infusion is recalling Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin 10/2 MG/ML Injectable syringes nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The affected lot 08152022@14 has a best-by date of September 14, 2022.
Product
Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin 10/2 MG/ML Injectable, 0.4 ML syringe, Rx only, Carolina Infusion LLC, 95 Bees Creek Road, Ridgeland, SC 29936.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1529-2022·2022-09-21
Injectable Medication TRI-MIX Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance
Carolina Infusion is recalling TRI-MIX 30/1/60 Injectable (5 ML vials) nationwide due to lack of assured sterility. The affected lots have Beyond Use Dates in August and September 2022. Contact your healthcare provider if you received this product.
Product
TRI-MIX 30/1/60 Injectable, 5 ML vial, Rx only, Carolina Infusion LLC, 95 Bees Creek Road, Ridgeland, SC 29936.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1523-2022·2022-09-21
Carolina Infusion Injectable Hormones Recalled Due to Sterility Concerns
Carolina Infusion is recalling TEST CYP/DHEA injectable hormone products due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects nationwide distribution of 3 ML and 6 ML vials.
Product
TEST CYP/DHEA (Sesame Oil) 100 MG/2.5 MG/ML Injection, 3 ML and 6 ML vials, Rx only, Carolina Infusion LLC, 95 Bees Creek Road, Ridgeland, SC 29936.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1518-2022·2022-09-21
Sermorelin Acetate Injectable Recalled Due to Lack of Sterility Assurance
Carolina Infusion is recalling Sermorelin Acetate injectable (1 MG/ML, 9 ML syringes) distributed nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The manufacturer could not adequately document that the product meets required sterility standards.
Product
Sermorelin Acetate 1 MG/ML Injectable, 9 ML syringes, Carolina Infusion LLC, 95 Bees Creek Road, Ridgeland, SC 29936.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1693-2022·2022-09-14
ENT Surgical Packs Recalled Due to Sterilization Validation Failure
American Contract Systems recalls various ENT surgical packs that may not have been properly sterilized due to multiple sterilization cycles without adequate validation. The packs were distributed to healthcare facilities in 13 states.
Product
Various ENT Packs
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
13 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1683-2022·2022-09-14
Medline Chest Tube Kit Recalled for Non-Sterile Tape Component
Medline Industries is recalling Chest Tube Convenience Kits due to non-sterile tape included in the sterile portion of the kit, creating a contamination and infection risk.
Product
Medline CHEST TUBE REORDER NO: DYNJ36762A
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1496-2022·2022-09-14
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment Recalled for Turbidity and Sterility Concerns
Akorn, Inc. is recalling Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment due to turbidity found during sterility testing. The FDA expanded the recall to additional lots sharing potential root cause.
Product
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, Sterile, Net Wt 3.5 g (1/8 oz) tube, Mfg by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest , IL 600405, NDC 17478-622-35
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide