Food Recall Basics:
What to Look For
After learning of a major food recall, check to see if you have the specific product in your own home. Is it in your pantry, refrigerator or freezer? Different types of products require you to look for different things.
Match the details of the recall notice to the identifying information on your food product:
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Recalled Food |
What to look for |
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Fresh, frozen, canned
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-Product Name -Product Brand -Product Weight/Size -Establishment Number (look for USDA inspection seal) -Lot Code -Date Code |
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Fresh Produce |
-Is recall of whole fresh produce or of produce in the packaged form? -For bulk produce without a label, check with the store where you bought the product. -For packaged produce check for brand, best if used by date (BIUB) and production code. |
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-Product Name -Product Brand -Product Weight/Size -Product Code -Best if Used By Date |
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-Product Name -Product Brand -Product size (ounces) -UPC Code |
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-Product Name -Product Brand -Product Weight/Size -Product Code -Best if Used by Date |
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In-store Prepared or Deli Products (pre-made sandwiches, salads, etc.) |
-Product type (salad, sandwich, etc.) -Product and/or Store Brand -Look for label information as listed in recall notice -Consult your food retailer |
Match the details!
Match identifying marks such as product name, brand, container codes, and container size with the recall notice details.
If the product details don't match the recall notice details then there is no need to be concerned or to take action.
The recall of one product does not mean all forms of that product are potentially a problem.
If the recalled product is a fresh vegetable and you have a canned vegetable, then there is nothing to worry about. You should feel comfortable consuming that product.
If you find that you do have the specific product being recalled; do not open or consume it. Find out more about what to do if the product details match here.
Download flyer: What to look for
Go to:
Food Recall Basics: What you should know
FAQs and Food Recall Terms
What to do if you have a recalled food product
Learn more about:
The Partnership for Food Safety Education
Safe Food Handling
Sign up to receive recall notices at www.recalls.gov, your source for up-to-date recall information.
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