The Recall Desk

Severity 2 of 5

Moderate recalls

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

What “moderate” means here

Severity 2 (Moderate) recalls cover minor labeling errors, low-risk contamination, and voluntary precautionary recalls. The agency's own classification is typically FDA Class III, or the issue is something like incomplete instructions or a small UPC mismatch where the product itself is safe but doesn't meet documentation requirements. Use the same brand-name product safely; follow the manufacturer's instructions for return or exchange if you want a refund.

The full rubric is on the methodology page. Severity is computed deterministically from the agency’s own classification plus the source text — no editorial vibes.

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  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0356-2017·2016-11-02

    Wilton Black Airbrush Color Recalled for Mold, Yeast, or Bacteria

    Wilton Brands is recalling 16,446 bottles of Black Airbrush Color found to contain mold, yeast, or bacteria. The product was distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada.

    Product
    Wilton Black Airbrush Color, Net Wt 0.64 FL OZ (19 mL)
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0276-2017·2016-11-02

    Pharmatech Recalls CytoDetox Supplement Due to Potential Bacterial Contamination

    Pharmatech LLC is recalling 1,990 bottles of CytoDetox dietary supplement due to a precautionary measure regarding potential contamination with Burkholderia cepacia.

    Product
    CytoDetox, Hydrolyzed Clinoptilolite Fragments, 1 oz./30 mL, OTC Non-Sterile. Dietary supplement.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0228-2017·2016-10-26

    National Foods Packaging Recalls Low Sodium Chicken Base Due to Lead

    National Foods Packaging Inc is recalling 2,000 pounds of Low Sodium Chicken Base because a spice ingredient contained elevated levels of lead.

    Product
    National Foods Packaging Low Sodium Chicken Base in 50 lb white poly-lined paper bags
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0227-2017·2016-10-26

    National Foods Packaging Recalls Chicken Base Due to Lead Contamination

    National Foods Packaging Inc is recalling 8,825 lb of Chicken Base because a spice ingredient contained elevated levels of lead. The product was distributed in Indiana, Texas, and Virginia.

    Product
    National Foods Packaging Chicken Base in 25 lb white poly-lined paper bags
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0133-2017·2016-10-26

    ConMed CORE Suction Irrigation Handpiece Recalled for Packaging Seal Crease

    ConMed is recalling CORE Suction Irrigation Handpieces because a crease in the packaging seal may create an open channel that compromises the product's sterility.

    Product
    CORE¿ Suction Irrigation Handpiece without Probe for Single Solution or Dual Bags, Catalog Number CD8302 The CORE Trumpet (CD81XX, CD83XX, and CD84XX) has applications in gynecological laparoscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and other laparoscopic procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0105-2017·2016-10-26

    Arbor Pharmaceuticals Recalls Cetylev Tablets Due to Defective Blister Packaging

    Arbor Pharmaceuticals is recalling Cetylev (acetylcysteine) effervescent tablets because incomplete seals on the blister packaging allow moisture to enter, causing the tablets to swell.

    Product
    Cetylev (acetylcysteine) effervescent tablets for oral solution, 500 mg, Rx Only, 20 tablets per carton (ten 2 count blister packs), Distributed by Arbor Pharmaceuticals, LLC Atlanta, GA 30328, NDC 24338-700-10.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    14 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0091-2017·2016-10-26

    Triceutical Recalls Super Natural Children's Growth Formula Due to Manufacturing Issues

    Triceutical Inc. is recalling Super Natural Children's Growth Formula dietary supplements because they were not produced according to good manufacturing practices.

    Product
    Super Natural Children's Growth Formula Dietary Supplement, 90 Tablets, Manufactured for GW Biotech Greenwood Biotech, LLC New York. Made in USA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0096-2017·2016-10-26

    Triceutical Recalls Blue Rock Holistics Super Shield Dietary Supplement

    Triceutical Inc. is recalling Blue Rock Holistics Super Shield dietary supplements due to a lack of good manufacturing practices.

    Product
    DIETARY SUPPLEMENT BLUE ROCK HOLISTICS SUPER SHIELD, 90 Vegetable Capsules, Distributed by: Holistic Blends, Inc. 925 State Fair Blvd Syracuse, NY 13209 USA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0089-2017·2016-10-26

    Triceutical Recalls Premium Protein III Supplements for Manufacturing Violations

    Triceutical Inc. is recalling Premium Protein III Nutritional Supplements because they were not manufactured according to good manufacturing practices.

    Product
    Premium Protein III Nutritional Supplement, NET WT 16 OZ. (454g), Manufactured for Celwa Biotech Brooklyn, NY 11219. Made in USA
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0164-2017·2016-10-26

    Entenmann's Little Bites Chocolate Chip Muffins Recalled for Plastic Presence

    BIMBO Bakeries USA Inc. is recalling Entenmann's Little Bites Chocolate Chip Muffins due to the presence of plastic in the product.

    Product
    Entenmann's Little Bites Chocolate Chip Muffins; 10 Pouches; Net Wt. 1 lb. 0.5 OZ. ; Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc.; PO #976, Horsham, PA 19044. Best By: October 8, 2016/3098; UPC: 7203002111; Entenmann's Little Bites Chocolate Chip Muffins; 20 Muffins, 5 Pouches; Net Wt. 8.25 OZ.…
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0289-2017·2016-10-26

    US Endoscopy Recalls Vari-Safe Injection Needles Due to Incorrect Distribution

    US Endoscopy is voluntarily recalling one lot of Vari-Safe Injection Needles because the lot was incorrectly distributed with different internal catheter components.

    Product
    Vari-Safe Injection Needle US endoscopy 5976 Heisley Road Mentor, Ohio 44060 A sterile, single use, flexible sheath device intended to be used for the injection of various types of media through flexible endoscopes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0090-2017·2016-10-26

    Ortho-Clinical VITROS Chemistry LAC Slides Recalled Due to NAC Interference

    Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS Chemistry LAC Slides because N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) can interfere with the assay results.

    Product
    VITROS Chemistry Products LAC Slides, REF/Product Codes 843 3880 (300 slides per sales unit) and 815 0112 (90 slides per sales unit), Unique Device Identifier Nos. 10758750004911 and 10758750004454, Rx ONLY, IVD --- For in vitro diagnostic use only. VITROS Chemistry Products…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0167-2017·2016-10-26

    Nature's One Organic PediaSmart Beverage Recalled for Incorrect Scoop Size

    Nature's One is recalling Organic PediaSmart Dairy Vanilla beverage cans because they contain a scoop that provides only 60% of the intended nutrition.

    Product
    Nature's One, Organic PediaSmart¿ Dairy Vanilla complete nutrition beverage for kids 1 to 13 years NET WT 12.7 oz (360 G) can Contains: milk, soy & coconut UPC 7 16514 88101 0 Manufactured for: Natures One, 8754 Cotter Street, Lewis Center, OH 43035
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    49 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0129-2017·2016-10-26

    ConMed Recalls CORE Suction Irrigation Handpieces Due to Packaging Seal Creases

    ConMed is recalling CORE Suction Irrigation Handpieces because creases in the packaging seal may create open channels that compromise the product's sterility.

    Product
    CORE¿ Suction Irrigation Handpiece with 5mm x 32cm Length Probe for Single Solution Bags, Catalog Number CD8185 The CORE Trumpet (CD81XX, CD83XX, and CD84XX) has applications in gynecological laparoscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and other laparoscopic procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0123-2017·2016-10-26

    Randox Lipase Test System Recalled for Carryover Interference

    Randox Laboratories is recalling 18 units of Lipase test kits due to carryover interference when run near LDL or Triglycerides assays.

    Product
    Randox Lipase (Colorimetric) Product Usage: A lipase test system is a device intended to measure the activity of the enzyme lipase in serum and plasma. Lipase measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the pancreas such as acute pancreatitis and…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0168-2017·2016-10-26

    Ozturk Gardens Recalls Black Bean and Corn Salsa Due to Elevated pH

    Ozturk Gardens is recalling 10 cases of Dr. O'z SALSA Black Bean and Corn due to elevated pH levels. The product was distributed in Oklahoma.

    Product
    "Dr. O'z SALSA Black Bean and Corn Made with my Mom's secret recipe! Stir Before Serving Net Wt. 16oz (454g) All Natural No Preservatives www.ozturkfoods.com Distributed by Ozturk Foods 28872 S. Big Hollow Rd. Park Hill OK 74451 Refrigerate After Opening"
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0134-2017·2016-10-26

    ConMed CORE Trumpet Handpiece Recalled for Packaging Seal Crease

    ConMed is recalling CORE Trumpet Handpieces because a crease in the packaging seal may create an open channel that compromises the product's sterility.

    Product
    CORE¿ Trumpet Handpiece with 5mm x 32cm Length Probe , Catalog Number CD8400 The CORE Trumpet (CD81XX, CD83XX, and CD84XX) has applications in gynecological laparoscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and other laparoscopic procedures
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0111-2017·2016-10-26

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vanguard Distal Femoral Augments Due to Labeling Error

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling five Vanguard Distal Femoral Augments because the product inside the carton does not match the label. The mismatched size is easily identified during surgery.

    Product
    Vanguard Distal Femoral Augment 75 X 5 RL/LM Product Usage:  Painful and disabled knee joint resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic arthritis where one or more compartments are involved.  Correction of varus, valgus, or posttraumatic deformity. …
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0132-2017·2016-10-26

    ConMed CORE Suction Irrigation Handpiece Recalled for Packaging Seal Defect

    ConMed is recalling CORE Suction Irrigation Handpieces because a crease in the packaging seal may compromise the product's sterility.

    Product
    CORE¿ Suction Irrigation Handpiece without Probe for Single Solution Bags, Catalog Number CD8300 The CORE Trumpet (CD81XX, CD83XX, and CD84XX) has applications in gynecological laparoscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy and other laparoscopic procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0136-2017·2016-10-26

    Hand Biomechanics Lab Recalls Agee WristJack Fracture Reduction Systems

    Hand Biomechanics Lab Inc is recalling 65 Agee WristJack Fracture Reduction Systems because a molded beam is slightly larger than optimal, which may make surgical adjustments difficult.

    Product
    Agee-WristJack¿ Fracture Reduction System; Item number: CFD-147. The WristJack Fracture Reduction System is a fracture reduction and external fixation system for treatment of distal radius fractures. This is a single use system used for a trauma related surgery The…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0166-2017·2016-10-26

    Entenmann's Little Bites Fudge Brownies Recalled Due to Plastic Presence

    BIMBO Bakeries USA is recalling Entenmann's Little Bites Fudge Brownies because plastic was found in the muffins and brownies.

    Product
    Entenmann's Little Bites Fudge Brownies - 20 muffins, 5 Pouches; Net Wt. 9.75 OZ.; Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc., Horsham, PA 19044; Best By: October 8, 2016/3098; UPC: 7203001342
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0112-2017·2016-10-26

    Stryker Recalls Sagittal Blades Due to Potential Sterile Barrier Breach

    Stryker Instruments is voluntarily recalling 225 Sagittal Blades due to a potential sterile barrier breach in the packaging.

    Product
    Sagittal Blade 18.0X0.97X90MM, Model Number: 6118-097-090 Product Usage: Heavy duty Sagittal Blades are used to cut bone and bone related tissue in a variety of orthopedic procedures. Typical procedures include, total-knee, uni-compartmental knee, hip, shoulder and ankle…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide