Hazard

Contamination recalls

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

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HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1127-2025·2025-02-19
Cardinal Health Presource Kits recalled for endotoxin contamination risk
Cardinal Health is recalling Presource Kits containing surgical strips and patties due to potential endotoxin contamination. Approximately 973,785 units were distributed in the US, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.
Product
Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) KIT,NEURO LAMI,MD ANDERSON, Catalog Number:PN76LMM14; 2) KIT,NEURO LAMI,MD ANDERSON, Catalog Number:PN76LMMD9; 3) KIT,NEURO LAMI,MD ANDERSON, Catalog Number:PN76LMMDX;
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0529-2025·2025-02-12
FGF Vanilla Mini Cake Donut Rings Recalled for Listeria Contamination Risk
FGF, LLC is recalling 2,017,614 cases of vanilla mini cake donut rings due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The affected product was produced on or before December 13, 2024, and distributed nationwide in the US and Canada.
Product
item 8202891 PLAIN VANILLA MINI CAKE DONUT RING BULK 240X1.25OZ, NET WT 16.88 LB
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1096-2025·2025-02-12
FDA Recalls PROLENE Polypropylene Sutures for Defective Packaging Seals
Ethicon is recalling PROLENE polypropylene sutures because some packages have open seals due to a manufacturing defect. Defective seals may allow pathogens to contaminate the sterile sutures, potentially causing infection.
Product
PROLENE Polypropylene Suture, REF: EH7585H, 8706H, 8833H, 8963H, 8935H PROLENE Suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurosurgical procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0482-2025·2025-02-12
Bavarian Paczki Recalled for Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination Risk
FGF, LLC is recalling Bavarian Paczki (item 8201814) due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects 2,017,614 cases distributed nationwide in the US and Canada.
Product
item 8201814 BAVARIAN PACZKI 66x4OZ, NET WT 14.85 LB
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0201-2025·2025-01-22
Clobazam tablets recalled for contamination with foreign tablets
Amerisource Health Services LLC is recalling Clobazam 10 mg tablets nationwide due to contamination with foreign tablets or capsules. Patients should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider.
Product
CLOBAZAM — CLOBAZAM (CLOBAZAM)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0932-2025·2025-01-22
ECONO STERILE Nail Nippers and Tissue Nippers Recalled for Sterile Barrier Issues
Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE nail nipper and tissue nipper kits due to packaging defects that may compromise their sterile barrier. The affected kits were distributed nationwide.
Product
ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE D/A NAIL NIPPER 5.75" STER CS5, Model Number 96-2424A; 2) ECONO STERILE TISS NIPPER 14MM CVX 5"CS/25, Model Number 96-2427; 3) ECONO STERILE NAIL NIPPER 4.5" STERILE 25, Model Number 96-2666; 4) ECONO STER
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0917-2025·2025-01-22
Cardinal Health Presource Surgical Kits Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Contamination
Cardinal Health is recalling Presource surgical kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Endotoxins could pose a risk if contaminated components are used in sterile surgical procedures.
Product
Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) KIT, H N FREE FLAP, Catalog Number: PEHFHNAMHJ; 2) KIT,H N FREE FLAP , Catalog Number: PWHFHNAMH1; 3) KIT,H N FREE FLAP , Catalog Number: PWHFHNAMH2; 4) KIT,H N FREE FLAP , Catalog Number: PWHFHNAMH3; 5) KIT,H N FREE FLAP , Catalog Numb
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0950-2025·2025-01-22
Strabismus Surgical Scissors Kits Recalled Due to Sterile Barrier Packaging Issues
Sklar Instruments is recalling 350 strabismus surgical scissors kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier.
Product
Medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS STR 4.5"STER 50, Model Number 96-2540; 2) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS CVD 4.5"STER 50, Model Number 96-2541; 3) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS STR 4.5"STER 25, Model Number 96-2542; 4) ECONO STERILE STRABISM
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0941-2025·2025-01-22
Sklar Instruments Sterile Surgical Kits Recalled for Packaging Defects
Sklar Instruments is recalling 252,865 sterile surgical kits nationwide due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, risking instrument contamination.
Product
ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE IRIS SCISS 4 1/2" CVD CASE/50,Model Number 941-0918; 2) ECONO STERILE METZENBAUM SCIS STR 9"STER C25,Model Number 941-1556; 3) ECONO STERILE MAYO SCISS STRT STRL 9" CS/25,Model Number 941-1613; 4) ECONO ST
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0916-2025·2025-01-22
Cardinal Health Presource Surgical Kits Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Contamination
Cardinal Health is recalling Presource surgical kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. The recall affects 512,786 units distributed worldwide.
Product
Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) ORTHO PLASTIC MICROVASCULAR PK , Catalog Number: PGVMFFBLY; 2) ORTHO PLASTIC MICROVASCULAR PK , Catalog Number: PGVMFFBLZ; 3) KIT,NEURO SPINE,ANDERSON , Catalog Number: PN23SPAM5; 4) KIT, MAJOR SPINE , Catalog Number: PN33MSOC3; 5) KIT, MAJOR
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0803-2025·2025-01-15
Beckman Coulter PTH Assay Reagent Packs Recalled for Filling Defects
Beckman Coulter is recalling Access PTH assay reagent packs from lot 339071 due to under- or over-filling in well 0, which could cause sealing issues, contamination, and inaccurate test results.
Product
Access Intact PTH assay, a paramagnetic particle, chemiluminescent immunoassay for the quantitative determination of intact parathyroid hormone (parathyrin, PTH) levels in human serum and plasma using the Access Immunoassay Systems, Catalog Number A16972
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0407-2025·2025-01-15
Great Value Chicken Broth Recalled Due to Potential Packaging Failures
Tree House Foods is recalling 2,023 cases of Great Value Chicken Broth due to potential packaging failures that could compromise sterility and cause spoilage. The product was distributed to AL and AR.
Product
Great Value, Chicken Broth, 48 oz. , Aseptic paper cartons, 6 retail units per case, 120 cases/pallet .
Category
Food
Distribution
2 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-0342-2025·2025-01-08
Halo Bowl Recalled Due to Potential Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
Three brands of Halo Bowl (King Kullen, Wild by Nature, Gracie's Kitchen) are recalled for potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Affected products sold in CT and NY with Sell By dates 11/11–11/21/24.
Product
a.) King Kullen brand Halo Bowl; UPC: 85316-10390; 28 oz plastic container b.) Wild by Nature brand Halo Bowl; UPC: 85316-10390; 28 oz plastic container c.) Gracie's Kitchen brand Halo Bowl; UPC: 85316-10312; 28 oz plastic container
Category
Food
Distribution
2 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0781-2025·2025-01-08
Medline Nasal Pack Procedure Kits Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Contamination
Medline custom nasal pack procedure kits contain non-sterile surgical components with potential endotoxin contamination. Customers should discontinue use and contact Medline.
Product
Medline custom medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) NASAL PACK, REF DYNJ67789A.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0719-2025·2025-01-01
Surgical Patties and Strips Recalled for Endotoxin Contamination
Medline Industries recalls DIEP FLAP Convenience kits containing surgical patties and strips due to higher-than-expected endotoxin contamination that may not meet sterile product specifications.
Product
DIEP FLAP Convenience kit, SKU DYNJ910120. Convenience kits used for various procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0755-2025·2025-01-01
Medline Surgical Scissors Recalled for Sterility Seal Defect
Medline O.R. scissors may have weak seals that compromise sterility, increasing risk of contamination and infection. Approximately 21,440 units from lot 2023052490 have been recalled nationwide.
Product
O.R. SCISSORS, S/B, 5.5 STERILE, Medline Item No. DYND04000
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0723-2025·2025-01-01
Medline surgical patties and strips recalled for endotoxin contamination
Medline surgical patties and strips used in certain procedure convenience kits were found to contain higher-than-expected endotoxin levels that may exceed safety specifications. The affected kits were distributed nationwide and in Canada.
Product
Medline brand, medical procedure convenience kits, labeled as: 1) CRANIOTOMY, SKU CDS982719X; 2) MVFF/FIBU #54-RF, SKU DYNJ21927Q; 3) MVFF/FIBU #54-RF, SKU DYNJ21927S; 3) NEURO PEDIATRIC, SKU DYNJ61607A; 4) CRANIOTOMY PACK, SKU DYNJ66419C; 5) LYMPHATIC BYPASS PACK, SKU DYNJ69907;
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0760-2025·2025-01-01
RUMMELL Medline Medical Device Weak Seals Sterility Risk Recall
Medline RUMMELL units may have weak seals that could compromise sterility and increase infection risk. Approximately 21,440 units distributed nationwide are affected.
Product
RUMMELL, Medline Item No. ST006ST
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0759-2025·2025-01-01
Medline ST IUD Removal Hook Recalled Due to Weak Seals and Sterility Risk
Medline Industries is recalling 21,440 units of the ST IUD Removal Hook due to weak seals that may compromise sterility. The defect is undetectable to users and could increase infection risk.
Product
ST IUD REMOVAL HOOK 10" (504090), Medline Item No. I68785
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0717-2025·2025-01-01
Surgical Patties and Strips Recalled for Endotoxin Contamination
Medline Industries recalls specific lots of surgical patties and strips in MAJOR NEURO PACK-LF Convenience kits due to higher-than-expected endotoxin levels detected in raw materials, which may have resulted in out-of-specification finished products.
Product
MAJOR NEURO PACK-LF Convenience kit, SKU DYNJ0578916X. Convenience kits used for various procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0757-2025·2025-01-01
Sterile Magill Forceps Recalled Due to Weak Seals and Contamination Risk
Medline has recalled Sterile Magill Forceps (Item No. 66790) due to weak seals that may compromise sterility. The defect affects approximately 21,440 units distributed nationwide.
Product
STERILE MAGILL FORCEP (MAGF9), Medline Item No. 66790
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0094-2025·2024-12-11
Diltiazem Hydrochloride Capsules Recalled Due to N-Nitroso Impurity Above Limits
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals recalls Diltiazem Hydrochloride extended-release capsules due to presence of N-nitroso-desmethyl-diltiazem impurity above FDA recommended limits. The recall affects 12,864 bottles distributed nationwide.
Product
DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE — DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE (DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0254-2025·2024-12-11
Organic Hot Agave in the Raw Recalled for Elevated Yeast Levels
Cumberland Packing Corp. is recalling Organic Hot Agave in the Raw, 10 oz., due to elevated osmophilic yeast count. Affected product was distributed across 18 states.
Product
Organic Hot Agave in the Raw, 10 oz.
Category
Food
Distribution
19 states
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0061-2025·2024-11-27
Lisinopril 10 mg Tablets Recalled for Metal Fragment Contamination
Evaric Pharmaceuticals is recalling Lisinopril 10 mg tablets after a metal fragment was found embedded in a tablet. The affected lot (241103) was distributed nationwide; contact your pharmacist if you have this medication.
Product
LISINOPRIL — LISINOPRIL (LISINOPRIL)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0356-2025·2024-11-20
UA Kit Specimen Containers Identified as Non-Sterile Despite Sterile Labeling
MEDLINE's UA Kit specimen containers are labeled as sterile but have been identified as non-sterile, posing a risk of contaminated specimens that could lead to incorrect test results and unnecessary treatment.
Product
UA KIT, SKU DYKM1690A; Component No. 503581
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide