Hazard

Microbial Contamination recalls

1,320 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 1,320
Critical: 313
Severe: 670
Most recent: 2026-09-09

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

About this hazard tag

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901–925 of 1320

HighFDA (Food)·F-0929-2018·2018-03-21
Plant Devas Blue Face Care Kit Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Plant Devas Inc. is recalling the Blue Face Care Kit because FDA testing found excessive and virulent microorganisms in the product.
Product
Blue Face Care Kit; Each kit contains: Blue Lavender Cleansing Milk 1 fl oz bottle Lavender Facial Tonic HydroSoul 1 fl oz bottle Rosehip Treatment Facial Serum - BLUE 0.13 fl oz vial Blue Chamomile Day Moisturizer 0.17 fl oz jar Green Tea Clay 0.1 oz jar evanh
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0925-2018·2018-03-21
Plant Divas Lemongrass Facial Polish Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Plant Divas Inc. is recalling Lemongrass Facial Polish with Oats, Fengreek & Neem because FDA testing found excessive numbers of microorganisms.
Product
Lemongrass Facial Polish with Oats, Fengreek & Neem. 3 oz cylindrical box evanhealy Hand Made in CA by Plant Divas Inc., San Diego, CA 92064
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0928-2018·2018-03-21
Plant Devas Rose Face Care Kit Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Plant Devas Inc. is recalling Rose Face Care Kits because FDA testing found excessive and virulent microorganisms in the products.
Product
Rose Face Care Kit; Each kit contains: Rose Cleansing Milk -- 1 fl oz bottle Rose Geranium Facial Tonic HydroSoul 1 fl oz bottle Rosehip Treatment Facial Serum - ROSE 0.13 fl oz vial Rose Vetiver Day Moisturizer 0.17 fl oz jar French Rose Clay 0.1 oz jar evanhe
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0551-2018·2018-03-07
Kareway Recalls Gericare Eyewash Due to Confirmed Microbial Contamination
Kareway Products Inc. is recalling 60,000 bottles of Gericare Eyewash because testing confirmed the presence of Achromobacter xylosoxidans bacteria.
Product
GERICARE Eyewash, sterile eye irrigating solution, packaged in a 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottle, OTC, Distributed by Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals Corp., Brooklyn, NY 11204, NDC 57896-0186-04
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0547-2018·2018-03-07
Fagron Recalls SyrSpend SF Suspending Base Due to Microbial Contamination
Fagron, Inc. is recalling SyrSpend SF Suspending Base because the product was found to be contaminated with yeast and mold.
Product
SyrSpend SF Suspending Base, a) 500 mL (NDC 51552-1079-5) and b) 4 L (NDC 51552-1079-9), Rx Only, Manufactured by Fagron Inc. St. Paul, MN 55120
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0868-2018·2018-03-07
Bell Plantation Recalls Powdered Peanut Butter Due to E. coli Levels
Bell Plantation Inc. is recalling 6,011 jars of Ready-to-Eat Powdered Peanut Butter because analytical results for non-pathogenic E. coli exceeded the firm's internal specifications.
Product
Ready-to-Eat Powdered Peanut Butter in 1 lb (16 oz.) plastic jars
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0485-2018·2018-02-07
Baxter Recalls 500mL IntraVia Containers Due to Potential Sterility Leak
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 29,088 units of 500mL IntraVia containers in the US and Canada because a leak may allow microbial contamination of the sterile fluid path.
Product
Empty IntraVia Container with Non-DEHP Fluid Path, 500mL Containers are intended for use in the preparation and administration of drug admixtures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0682-2018·2018-02-07
Jarrow Formulas Liquid L-Carnitine Recalled Due to Microbial Testing Results
Jarrow Formulas is recalling one lot of Liquid L-Carnitine because a higher-than-normal micro result was found during testing.
Product
Jarrow Formulas Liquid L-Carnitine; 16 fl oz. (475 ml) bottle, dietary supplement; product number 102006; UPC 7 90011 02006 6; Vitamin B5 10 mg; L-Carnitine 1000 mg; Other ingredients: Purified water, xylitol, glycerin, citric acid, natural lemon-lime flavor, nisin (as a p
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0241-2018·2018-01-31
DLC Laboratories Recalls Earth's Care Eczema Lotion Due to Microbial Contamination
DLC Laboratories is recalling Earth's Care Eczema Lotion due to microbial contamination. The product was distributed nationwide.
Product
Earth's Care Eczema Lotion (2% Colloidal Oatmeal) Skin Protectant with Aloe and Almond Oil, 8 fl. oz. (237 mL) HPDE bottle, Distributed by: Earth's Care Natural Products, Inc. Long Beach, California 90805, NDC 24286-1569-08, UPC 85730700307.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0227-2018·2018-01-24
Rugby Aller-chlor Syrup Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Pharmatech LLC is recalling Rugby Aller-chlor syrup due to microbial contamination, including yeast and potential B. cepacia.
Product
Rugby Aller-chlor (Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup, USP), 2 mg, 4 fl. oz. (120 mL) plastic bottles, Distributed by: Rugby Laboratories 17177 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 USA --- NDC: 0536-1025-47, Manufactured by PharmaTech LLC, Davie FL
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0224-2018·2018-01-24
Rugby Diocto Liquid Recalled for Microbial Contamination
PharmaTech LLC is recalling Rugby Diocto Liquid due to microbial contamination, including yeast and potential B. cepacia.
Product
Rugby Diocto Liquid, Docusate Sodium 50 mg/ 5 mL, Stool Softener Laxative, One Pint (473 mL) plastic bottles, Dist. by: Rugby Laboratories, 17177 N. Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 --- NDC: 0536-0590-85, Manufactured by PharmaTech LLC, Davie, FL
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0226-2018·2018-01-24
Rugby Senexon Liquid Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Pharmatech LLC is recalling Rugby Senexon Liquid due to microbial contamination, including yeast and potential B. cepacia.
Product
Rugby Senexon Liquid Natural Vegetable Stimulant,(Sennosides) 8.8 mg, 8 fl oz (237 mL) plastic bottles, Distributed by: Rugby Laboratories, 17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 --- NDC 0536-1000-59 ; ALSO LABELED AS Major Senna Syrup Natural Vegetable Laxative
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0225-2018·2018-01-24
Rugby Diocto Syrup Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Pharmatech LLC is recalling Rugby Diocto Syrup due to microbial contamination, including the presence of yeast and potential B. cepacia.
Product
Rugby Diocto Syrup, Docusate Sodium 60 mg/15 mL, Stool Softener Laxative, One Pint (473 mL) plastic bottles, Dist. by: Rugby Laboratories, 17177 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152. NDC: 0536-1001-85, Manufactured by PharmaTech LLC, Davie, FL
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0212-2018·2018-01-17
Pfizer Recalls Atorvastatin Tablets Due to Microbial Contamination
Pfizer is recalling specific export-only batches of atorvastatin calcium tablets due to microbial contamination. No product was distributed in the United States.
Product
FOR EXPORT ONLY Atorvastatin calcium Film-Coated Tablets a) 80 mg SMT Tabs Bulk, b) 40 mg SMT G EP PR KR, c) 20 mg SMT G EP PR, d) 20 mg SMT G EP PR KR, FOR MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING OR REPACKAGING
Category
Drug
Distribution
0 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0571-2018·2018-01-17
Nutricia Recalls SHS Wel-Plan Baking Mix Due to Klebsiella Contamination
Nutricia North America is recalling SHS Wel-Plan Wheat and Corn Starch Baking Mix due to low-level Klebsiella pneumoniae contamination. The recall is precautionary as the product is intended to be cooked.
Product
SHS Wel-Plan Wheat and Corn Strach Baking Mix , 400 g box,Cardboard carton, 18 cartons per case, but distributed by individual unit (carton).
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0144-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Phenylephrine Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling compounded phenylephrine syringes because microbial growth was detected during a routine manufacturing simulation. No distributed product has been confirmed to contain microorganisms.
Product
Phenylephrine 1000 mcg in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 10 mL, 10 mL syringe, Concentration: 100 mcg/mL. This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO --- NDC: 88890-0104-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0141-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Neostigmine Methylsulfate Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling compounded Neostigmine Methylsulfate syringes because microbial growth was detected during a routine manufacturing simulation. No distributed product has been confirmed to contain microorganisms.
Product
Neostigmine Methylsulfate 5 mg/5 mL, 5 mL Syringe, Concentration: 1 mg/mL. This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO --- NDC: 88890-0329-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0142-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Norepinephrine IV Bags Due to Sterility Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling specific lots of compounded Norepinephrine IV bags in Missouri due to microbial growth detected during a routine manufacturing simulation.
Product
Norepinephrine 8 mg in dextrose 5% 250 mL, 250mL IV Bag, Concentration: 0.032 mg/mL, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, , Fenton, MO --- NDC: 88890-0334-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0136-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Fentanyl Vials Due to Sterility Assurance Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling Fentanyl 10 mcg vials because microbial growth was detected during a routine manufacturing simulation. No distributed product has been identified as containing microorganisms.
Product
Fentanyl 10 mcg in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 1 mL, 1 mL Vial, Concentration: 10 mcg/mL, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO. --- NDC: 88890-9010-81
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0137-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Amiodarone Injectable Due to Sterility Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling a specific lot of compounded Amiodarone injectable bags due to a lack of sterility assurance. No distributed product has been confirmed to contain microorganisms.
Product
Amiodarone 900 mg in dextrose 5% 500 mL, 500 mL bag, Concentration: 1.8 mg/mL, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO. --- NDC: 88890-0333-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0140-2018·2018-01-03
SSM St. Clare Recalls Morphine PCA Cartridges Due to Sterility Concerns
SSM St. Clare Health Center is recalling specific lots of compounded Morphine PCA cartridges due to a lack of sterility assurance detected during routine testing.
Product
Morphine 50 mg in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 5 mL PCA, 50 mL Cartridge, Concentration: 1 mg/mL, This is a compounded injectable drug; Rx only; Hospital/office use only. SSM St. Clare Outsourcing Facility, Fenton, MO. --- NDC: 88887-6795-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0128-2018·2017-12-27
Perrigo Recalls Zephrex-D Nasal Decongestant Due to Microbial Contamination
L. Perrigo Company is recalling Zephrex-D nasal decongestant softgels due to microbial contamination. Consumers should stop using the product and return it to the pharmacy.
Product
Maximum Strength Zephrex-D, Pseudoephedrine HCl, 30 mg, Nasal Decongestant. 24 softgel tablets per paper carton, Distributed by Perrigo, Allegan, MI 49010, NDC 70085-151-01
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0109-2018·2017-12-20
Sun Pharmaceutical Recalls Riomet Metformin Solution Due to Microbial Contamination
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is recalling Riomet (metformin hydrochloride) oral solution due to microbial contamination. The recall covers specific lots of the cherry-flavored prescription liquid.
Product
RIOMET — RIOMET (METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0352-2018·2017-11-15
Harmless Harvest Recalls Probiotic Drinks Due to Spoilage
Harmless Harvest is recalling four varieties of probiotic drinks because testing identified Candida lusitaniae as the cause of premature spoilage.
Product
Harmless Coconut Probiotics Mangos & Acerolas; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002719 ; 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle; Keep refrigerated Ingredients: Organic Coconut Water, Water, Organic Coconut Meat, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Mangos, Organic Acerolsas, live and active
Category
Food
Distribution
5 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0349-2018·2017-11-15
Harmless Harvest Recalls Probiotic Drinks Due to Premature Spoilage
Harmless Harvest is recalling four varieties of probiotic drinks because testing identified Candida lusitaniae as the cause of premature spoilage.
Product
Harmless Coconut Probiotics Original; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002542; Keep refrigerated 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle Ingredients: Organic Coconut Water, Water, Organic Coconut Meat, Organic Cane Sugar, live and active cultures. Harmless Harvest
Category
Food
Distribution
5 states