Recall Radar

Foreign material food recalls

Foods that may contain pieces of glass, metal, plastic or other foreign material. 457 recall events on record since 2019.

9Class I
434Class II
14Class III

Kinds of food

Latest recalls

Frequently asked questions

How many foreign material recalls are there?

The FDA enforcement data we hold lists 457 recall events involving foreign material, of which 9 recalls are Class I (FDA’s highest-risk class).

Which kinds of food are involved?

bakery and snacks (78), dairy and eggs (73), fresh produce (56).

How do I know if my food is affected?

Open the recall and compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with what you have. If it matches, follow the company’s and FDA’s instructions.

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