The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1502-2023·Announced 2023-09-20

Sodium Nitrite Food Additive Recalled Due to Metal Fragment Contamination

Chemtrade Solutions is recalling food-grade Sodium Nitrite due to possible metal fragment contamination. The product may contain ferrous metal particles 1 mm or smaller.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall involving physical contamination with ferrous metal fragments that presents a risk of injury if ingested. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, meeting the criteria for Score 3: risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Chemtrade Solutions, LLC is recalling Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade sold in 50-pound polyethylene and paper bags (50 per pallet). The product may contain metal fragments, specifically ferrous metal particles measuring 1 mm or less in size.

The recall was issued after it was discovered that the product could be contaminated with ferrous metal fragments. Approximately 3,899 units totaling 97.5 tons have been distributed. The affected product was distributed in Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Texas, Wisconsin, and Mexico.

The affected lot codes are: SY3060 (expires March 1, 2026), SY3061 (expires March 2, 2026), and SY3097 (expires April 7, 2026). Consumers or food manufacturers who have purchased this product should not use it and should contact Chemtrade Solutions, LLC for instructions on how to return or dispose of the product.

The recalled product

Product
Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade, 50lb polyethylene and paper bags - 50 per pallet
Manufacturer
Chemtrade Solutions, LLC
Category
Food — Food Additive
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

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