The Recall Desk

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.

A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.

1826–1850 of 2060

  • HighFDA (Food)·F-0104-2014·2013-11-13

    Jim Dandy Enriched Quick Grits Recalled for Aflatoxin Contamination

    J M Smucker Co is recalling Jim Dandy Enriched Quick Grits because independent testing found aflatoxin levels exceeding FDA specifications.

    Product
    Jim Dandy¿ Enriched Quick Grits, 1lb paper box, Labeled in part INGREDIENTS: WHITE CORN GRITS***NACIN, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID. DISTRIBUTED BY: MARTHA WHITE FOODS, INC., P. O. BOX 751030 MEMPHIS, TN 38175***0 13300 12107 8***3143 511 BEST IF USED BY: 23-JAN-1
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    33 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0161-2014·2013-11-13

    Smiths Medical Recalls Portex Spinal Trays with Particulate Contamination

    Smiths Medical is recalling Portex Spinal Trays because visual particulate was found in the lidocaine and dextrose ampules.

    Product
    Portex¿ Spinal Tray with Drugs 25g Whitacre; 15597C-20 The Regional Anesthesia family of products is comprised of sterile (unless otherwise indicated in the product scope), single-use devices designed to perform epidural, spinal, combined epidural/spinal, nerve block, lumbar p
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0159-2014·2013-11-13

    Smiths Medical Recalls Portex Regional Anesthesia Trays with Visual Particulates

    Smiths Medical is recalling Portex Regional Anesthesia Trays because visual particulates were found in the included Lidocaine and Dextrose ampules.

    Product
    Portex¿ Regional Anesthesia Tray with Drugs; 15548-20 The Regional Anesthesia family of products is comprised of sterile (unless otherwise indicated in the product scope), single-use devices designed to perform epidural, spinal, combined epidural/spinal, nerve block, lumbar pu
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0099-2014·2013-11-06

    Baxter CLEARLINK Extension Set Recalled for Packaging Pinholes

    Baxter Healthcare is voluntarily recalling 3,200 units of CLEARLINK Extension Sets due to potential pinholes in the packaging that could breach the sterile barrier.

    Product
    Baxter CLEARLINK System Non-DEHP Three Lead Extension Set. 6.0" (15 cm), 1.0 mL, Luer Activated Valve, male Luer Lock Adapter, Sterile, nonpyrogenic, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield IL 60015. For use with a vascular access device for the administration of drugs and so
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0030-2014·2013-10-30

    Perkin Elmer 226 Sample Collection Device Recall for Glue Contamination

    Perkin Elmer is recalling 226 Sample Collection Devices used for newborn screening due to potential glue contamination on the back side.

    Product
    Perkin Elmer 226 Sample Collection Device, Serial numbers: 06132903 - 06198900. The PerkinElmer 226 Sample Collection Devices are intended to be used as a medium to collect and transport whole blood specimen spots to a laboratory, in newborn screening. The device includes a te
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2221-2013·2013-09-25

    Smith & Nephew Recalls OSTEORAPTOR Suture Anchors Due to Sterile Barrier Breach

    Smith & Nephew is recalling OSTEORAPTOR 2.9 mm Suture Anchors because pinholes in primary pouches may breach the sterile barrier.

    Product
    OSTEORAPTOR 2.9 mm Suture Anchor with 2 ULTRABRAID Suture, White / Blue ; Part Number: 72201995 Biodegradable suture anchor
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2178-2013·2013-09-18

    Monoject Flush Syringes Recalled for Potential Non-Sterile Water Contamination

    The FDA is recalling Monoject flush syringes that may contain non-sterile water instead of saline or heparin, posing a risk of infection.

    Product
    Monoject 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush Syringe, 12 mL Syringe with 10 mL Fill Product ID: 8881570121 Product Usage: Both 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush syringes and 10U/mL or 100U/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes are sterile, single-use products which are intended for use in flushing
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2184-2013·2013-09-18

    Monoject Heparin Lock Flush Syringes Recalled for Non-Sterile Water Contamination

    FDA is recalling Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes because they may contain non-sterile water. The products are distributed in the USA and Bermuda.

    Product
    Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush, 12 mL Syringe with 10 mL Fill Product ID: 8881590121 Product Usage: Both 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush syringes and 10U/mL or 100U/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes are sterile, single-use products which are intended for use in flushing an
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2186-2013·2013-09-18

    Monoject Heparin Lock Flush Syringes Recalled for Potential Non-Sterile Water

    The FDA is recalling Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes because they may contain non-sterile water while labeled as saline or heparin.

    Product
    Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush, 12 mL Syringe with 5 mL Fill Product ID: 8881590125 Product Usage: Both 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush syringes and 10U/mL or 100U/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes are sterile, single-use products which are intended for use in flushing a
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2185-2013·2013-09-18

    Monoject Heparin Lock Flush Syringes Recalled for Potential Non-Sterile Water

    FDA Class II recall of Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes due to potential non-sterile water contamination.

    Product
    Monoject 100 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush, 12 mL Syringe with 3 mL Fill Product ID: 8881590123 Product Usage: Both 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush syringes and 10U/mL or 100U/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes are sterile, single-use products which are intended for use in flushing and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2182-2013·2013-09-18

    Monoject Heparin Lock Flush Syringes Recalled for Non-Sterile Water Contamination

    FDA is recalling Monoject Heparin Lock Flush syringes because they may contain non-sterile water instead of the labeled saline or heparin solution.

    Product
    Monoject 10 Units/mL Heparin Lock Flush, 12 mL Syringe with 3 mL Fill Product ID: 8881580123 Product Usage: Both 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush syringes and 10U/mL or 100U/mL Heparin Lock Flush syringes are sterile, single-use products which are intended for use in flushing and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2149-2013·2013-09-11

    Genzyme Recalls LeGoo Internal Vessel Occluder Due to Fiber Particulates

    Genzyme Corporation is recalling 776 units of LeGoo Internal Vessel Occluder because the product contains particulates (fibers). The recall covers units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    LeGoo Internal Vessel Occluder .5mL Product Number: 10-0050 LeGoo is a water-soluble, biocompatible polymer with reverse thermo-sensitive properties allowing it to be injected as a soft viscoelastic gel that forms an elastic plug within the vessel. LeGoo is indicated for tem
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2146-2013·2013-09-11

    Genzyme Recalls LeGoo Endovascular Occlusion Gel Due to Particulates

    Genzyme Corporation is recalling 994 units of LeGoo Endovascular Occlusion Gel because the product contains particulates (fibers). The recall covers units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    LeGoo¿ Endovascular Occlusion Gel- 1.0 mL LeGoo with 3 Cannula Pouch Product Number: LG100 LeGoo is a water-soluble, biocompatible polymer with reverse thermo-sensitive properties allowing it to be injected as a soft viscoelastic gel that forms an elastic plug within the ve
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1862-2013·2013-09-04

    Long Life Premium Organic Green Tea Recalled for Possible Lemongrass Contamination

    Custom Co-Pak is recalling Long Life Premium Organic Green Tea with Lemongrass due to possible contamination in the lemongrass ingredient.

    Product
    Long Life Premium Organic Green Tea with Lemongrass, packages of 18 tea bags, (27 grams/.95 ounces)
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1995-2013·2013-08-28

    Blue Belt Technologies Recalls Sterile Monitor Drapes for Navio PFS System

    Blue Belt Technologies is recalling sterile monitor drapes used with the Navio PFS system during orthopedic knee surgery because the front section separates from the rest of the drape.

    Product
    Blue Belt Technologies, Inc. Monitor Drape REF: PFSD-V0001, Rx only, Sterile EO. Product Usage: The intended use of this device is t protect equipment from contamination during a variety of procedures throughout the clinical setting.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1955-2013·2013-08-21

    Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs Recalled Due to Non-Pathogenic Organisms

    Fisher Scientific is recalling Fisherbrand Sterile Swabs after customer complaints reported non-pathogenic organisms in two lots.

    Product
    Fisherbrand Sterile Swab, Calcium Alginate Fiber Tipped, Wood Applicator Swab 100 pouches/boxes, 10 boxes/case. Used in applying medications to or take specimens from a patient.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1815-2013·2013-08-07

    Leica ASP6025 Vacuum Tissue Processor Recalled for Incorrect Bottle Dimensions

    Leica Microsystems is recalling 128 ASP6025 tissue processors because the manual lists incorrect dimensions for third-party bottles, risking reagent contamination and tissue loss.

    Product
    Leica ASP6025 Vacuum Tissue Processor The Leica ASP6025 is a modular tissue processor for the following laboratory applications: fixation, dehydration, infiltration with intermedium, and the paraffin infiltration of histological tissue specimens.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-813-2013·2013-07-31

    Hospira Recalls Sodium Chloride Injection Vials Due to Particulate Matter

    Hospira is recalling 268,700 vials of Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 0.9% due to a confirmed report of visible particulate matter embedded in the plastic vial.

    Product
    SODIUM CHLORIDE — SODIUM CHLORIDE (SODIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-801-2013·2013-07-24

    Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder Recalled for Foreign Substance Contamination

    Church & Dwight is recalling Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder due to the presence of stainless steel and other foreign substances.

    Product
    Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, labeled as a) USP5 Grade, packaged in bags of various quantities, Church & Dwight Co, Inc., 469 N. Harrison St., Princeton, NJ 08543-5297; and b) Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 5 Coarse Granular, Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 kg.) pe
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1749-2013·2013-07-24

    Edwards Lifesciences Recalls Suction Wands Due to Plastic Particulate

    Edwards Lifesciences is recalling specific models of rigid suction wands because plastic particulate was found inside the sterile pouch and within the wand.

    Product
    Edwards Lifesciences Suction Wand, models S099 and S0998B Suction wands are intended for hand held use and pericardial sumps are intended for stationary use in removing excess fluid from the surgical field.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-798-2013·2013-07-24

    Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder Recalled for Foreign Substance Contamination

    Church & Dwight is recalling Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder due to the presence of stainless steel and other foreign substances.

    Product
    Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, labeled as a) USP2 Grade, packaged in bags of various quantities, Church & Dwight Co, Inc., 469 N. Harrison St., Princeton, NJ 08543-5297; and b) Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 2 Fine Granular, Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 kg.) per
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-797-2013·2013-07-24

    Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder Recalled for Contamination

    Church & Dwight is recalling Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder due to the presence of stainless steel and other foreign substances.

    Product
    Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, labeled as a) USP1 Grade, packaged in bags of various quantities, Church & Dwight Co, Inc., 469 N. Harrison St., Princeton, NJ 08543-5297; and b) Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 1 Powdered, Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 kg.) per bag,
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-800-2013·2013-07-24

    Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder Recalled for Contamination

    Church & Dwight is recalling Arm & Hammer Sodium Bicarbonate Powder due to the presence of stainless steel and other foreign substances.

    Product
    Sodium Bicarbonate Powder, CAS-144-55-8, Arm & Hammer, Sodium Bicarbonate U.S.P. No. 4 Granular, Net Wt. 50 lbs. (22.68 kg.) per bag, Manufactured by: Church & Dwight Co., Inc., 469 N. Harrison St., Princeton, N.J. 08543-5297, Product #60411.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-686-2013·2013-07-17

    Hospira Recalls Gentamicin Sulfate Injection Due to Visible Particulate Matter

    Hospira Inc. is recalling 168,300 vials of Gentamicin Sulfate Injection USP 80 mg/2 mL because visible particles were found floating in the primary container.

    Product
    GENTAMICIN SULFATE — GENTAMICIN SULFATE (GENTAMICIN SULFATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide