Morton Iodized Salt Lacks Required Iodine Fortification
Morton Iodized Salt labeled as iodized actually contains salt without iodine fortification. The recall affects 16,920 canisters distributed to retailers in Colorado and California.
What this means for you
Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.
Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class III recall involving a labeling discrepancy. No illnesses, injuries, or deaths are reported. The hazard is a missing nutrient rather than a contamination or safety defect, making this a documentation/labeling issue appropriate for a Low severity classification.
Plain-English summary
Morton Salt Inc. is recalling Morton Iodized Salt (26 oz / 737 g canisters with best-by date 9/8/2026) because the product is labeled to contain iodized salt but actually contains salt not fortified with iodine.
The affected product was distributed to retailers in Colorado and California. A total of 16,920 canisters have been recalled.
Consumers who have purchased this product should not use it as a reliable source of dietary iodine and may wish to consult their healthcare provider about iodine intake. Consumers may return the product to the retailer for a refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- Morton Iodized Salt, Net Wt. 26 oz (1 LB 10 OZ) 737 g, Morton Salt, Inc. Chicago, IL 60606
- Manufacturer
- MORTON SALT INC
- Category
- Food — Seasoning / Salt
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 16,920
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Best By 9/8/2026
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