Hazard
1,320 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 1,320 microbial contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 313 (24%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 670 (51%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all microbial 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.
Zicam Nasal AllClear swabs are being recalled because of fungal contamination of the nasal swabs. All lots are affected, covering 13,632 cartons.
Thrive Health Solutions is recalling LX Bioboost Plus pre-filled syringes due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product is a multi-ingredient injectable formulation distributed nationwide.
Apotex Corp. is recalling 6,288 bottles of Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected batch (VC6058, expiration date 10/31/2025) does not meet sterility requirements for ophthalmic use.
Amneal Pharmaceuticals is recalling Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Tablets (400 mg/80 mg) nationwide due to microbial contamination that may cause black spots on tablets. The contamination affects non-sterile products distributed across the USA.
Olympus is recalling the EVIS EXERA III Duodenovideoscope Model TJF-Q190V due to post-market data showing higher microbial contamination when manual cleaning is delayed beyond one hour after patient use.
KliniTray Platte Faxitron sterile tissue resection margin examination boards (Model 2001155-F) are being recalled due to potential for microbial contamination. Affected units were distributed nationwide.
Klinika Medical is recalling the KliniTray tissue resection margin examination board (Model 2001105-F) due to potential microbial contamination. The device was distributed nationwide in Massachusetts.
Medline is recalling three sterile convenience kit models due to potentially open or weak seals on the breather pouches used for packaging. The affected kits are distributed worldwide, including the US, Canada, Mexico, Panama, and the Virgin Islands.
Neilmed Pharmaceuticals is recalling NasoGel for Dry Noses due to stability failure that may allow microbial growth. The product was distributed across 30 U.S. states and to five countries.
Midlab Incorporated is recalling Genuine Joe Antibacterial Lotion Soap (Lot 0711241) nationwide due to out-of-specification microbial test results found during manufacturing quality checks.
Midlab Incorporated is recalling ROYALAB Germ Away Antibacterial Hand Soap (1-gallon, Lot 0711241) due to out-of-specification microbiological test results. The product failed manufacturing quality standards.
Midlab Incorporated is recalling MAXIM Assure Antibacterial hand soap (Lot 0711241) nationwide due to out-of-specification microbial test results in the manufacturing process.
Midlab Incorporated is recalling boardwalk Antibacterial Handsoap Refill due to out-of-specification microbial test results. Affected lot 0711241 was distributed nationwide.
Midlab Incorporated is recalling Compliance brand dishwashing liquid and antibacterial soap due to microbiological contamination from manufacturing process deviations. The product was distributed nationwide; no illnesses have been reported.
Argon Medical Devices recalls BioPince Ultra and Tru-Core II biopsy instruments due to holes in packaging trays compromising the sterile barrier, which may allow microorganism introduction and infection risk.
SHEET SPF 30 Mineral sunscreen is being recalled for microbial contamination. The product was distributed nationwide.
Prequel Skin is recalling Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream due to microbial contamination. The recall affects approximately 30,946 tubes distributed nationwide and online.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling 44,208 containers of Heparin Sodium in Sodium Chloride Injection nationwide after endotoxin testing revealed out-of-limit results. The contamination poses a risk of serious adverse reactions in patients receiving the intravenous medication.
NOW Real Foods Whole & Unsalted Raw Brazil Nuts are recalled due to high levels of mold, yeast, and microbial contamination. The recall affects 7,854 units distributed nationwide and to Singapore.
Urban River Spirits' Spicy Orange and Mango Fusion non-alcoholic cocktail mixer is recalled due to production in an unlicensed, uninspected facility with potential under-processing. Approximately 3,876 bottles were distributed across 11 states.
Urban River Spirits Life s a Peach Spritzer is recalled because it was manufactured in an unlicensed, uninspected facility with potential under-processing. No illnesses have been reported.
StellaLife VEGA Oral Care spray bottles have been recalled due to contamination with multiple Bacillus species organisms. The FDA Class I recall affects 31,811 bottles distributed nationwide to physician offices.
Snapchill, LLC is recalling Knowledge Perk 'The Ace' Coffee Shandy 12 oz cans due to potential under-processing during manufacturing. The recall affects 549,146 cans distributed nationwide in the US and Canada with expiration dates from June 16, 2024 through April 16, 2025.
StellaLife VEGA Oral Care Peppermint rinse is recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination with Terribacillus species. The affected product was distributed to 60 physician offices.
Sun Pharmaceutical is recalling Decitabine for Injection (lot HAD2964A, 2,088 vials) for a Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviation. The Total Aerobic Microbial Count test on unfiltered bulk was out of specification; the product was distributed nationwide.