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The FDA issued a recall for three Ventura Foods-produced peanut butter products after detecting blue plastic foreign material, affecting jars sold across 40 states. The recall was reclassified to Class II on Feb 12, 2026. There is no FDA-mandated remedy, but customers can obtain refunds by returning recalled jars to the place of purchase; a full list of affected items is in the recall report.
The FDA has upgraded a nationwide pecorino romano cheese recall to Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that exposure could cause serious health consequences or death, after listeria monocytogenes was detected. The recall, originally issued Nov. 25, 2025 by Ambriola Company, covers eight products across brands such as Locatelli, Pinna, Boar’s Head, Member’s Mark (Sam’s Club), and Ambriola Picante in various sizes and packaging, distributed to 20 states. Consumers should discard the recalled cheese or return it for a refund; there have been no reported illnesses.
The FDA announced a voluntary recall by McCain Foods USA of about 38,800 cases of Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrel due to potential clear hard plastic fragments; products were distributed across multiple states and packaged in large 30-pound poly bags or 6/5-pound bags with unlabeled packaging.
The FDA has issued a low-risk recall for over 11,000 bottles of Ziac, a blood-pressure medication, due to cross-contamination concerns with ezetimibe. Patients should check their bottles' lot numbers and NDC codes, and consult their healthcare providers for guidance. The recall highlights the importance of strict manufacturing practices and vigilant quality control to ensure medication safety.
The FDA has issued a widespread recall of thousands of products, including Tylenol, Advil, Haribo candies, Welch's juice, and Purina pet food, due to contamination from rodent and bird droppings at a Minnesota distribution facility, posing health risks to consumers.
The FDA has announced recalls of three dessert products—Holiday Barks, an almond chocolate bar, and cookie tins—due to undeclared allergens such as pecans, wheat, almonds, and nuts, just before Christmas. Consumers are advised to discard these products and contact the companies for refunds or questions. No illnesses have been reported so far.
The FDA has recalled over 3,500 cases of salad dressing produced by Ventura Foods, including Hidden Valley Ranch, after discovering black plastic material in the ingredients, which could cause temporary health effects. The affected products were distributed to various retailers across multiple states and in Costa Rica, but store-bought consumer products are not impacted. Consumers are advised to return the products and avoid consumption.
Coca-Cola is recalling certain lots of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite cans due to potential metal contamination, with the recall classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return the affected products.
The FDA has identified 16 brands of ground cinnamon with elevated lead levels, posing health risks, especially to children, and has urged consumers to discard these products; several brands have already issued recalls.
The FDA has recalled certain brands of ground cinnamon, including HAETAE, Roshni, Durra, and Wise Wife, due to elevated lead levels that pose health risks, especially with prolonged exposure. Consumers are advised to dispose of these products and check their cabinets to prevent potential health issues.
The FDA has recalled nearly 2,000 cases of 7Up Zero Sugar Tropical Soda due to a labeling error that caused full-sugar soda to be sold as zero sugar, posing health risks especially for diabetics and those managing sugar intake. The recall affects products with specific UPCs and lot numbers, and consumers are advised to check their cans and return any affected products for a refund.
The FDA has expanded a recall of potentially radioactive frozen shrimp to nine states, including California, Massachusetts, and Washington, after traces of cesium-137 were found in imported shipments from Indonesia. The contamination level is below immediate health risk but raises concerns about long-term exposure, prompting recalls and import alerts. Consumers are advised to check labels and dispose of affected products.
The FDA has recalled certain Walmart brand frozen shrimp sold in multiple states due to potential contamination with the radioactive isotope Cesium-137, though no contaminated shrimp have entered U.S. commerce; consumers are advised to discard affected products and seek medical advice if concerned about exposure.
Four brands of hand soaps and skin products are being recalled nationwide in the US due to contamination with bacteria Burkholderia cepacia, which can cause infections and sepsis, especially in immunosuppressed individuals. The products, including DermaKleen, KleenFoam, DermaSarra, and PeriGiene, are available online and possibly in public facilities, with no reported adverse events so far. Consumers are advised to contact the company for questions.
Several types of soap distributed in the U.S. and Puerto Rico have been recalled due to contamination with Burkholderia cepacia, a bacteria that can cause serious infections, especially in immunocompromised individuals. The recall involves products from DermaRite Industries, and consumers are advised to destroy affected items and contact the company for more information.