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A recall is a voluntary action by a manufacturer or distributor to protect the public from products that may cause health problems.  Look here first for current recall news.
Label of recalled product USDA Detains Canned Meat and Poultry Products From Ukraine (Oct 6, 2004)
The products were imported from the Ukraine, which is ineligible to export to the United States.
Label of recalled product Iowa Firm Recalls Lunchables Due To Mislabeling (Sep 23, 2004)
A Kraft Foods Global, Inc. establishment is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,000 packages of ham and swiss cheese ready-to-eat complete meals (Lunchables) due to mislabeling.
Photo of a Compliance Officer at Work The Recall Process
What is the purpose of a recall? How are unsafe or mislabeled products discovered? How does FSIS ensure that products subject to the recall are returned? Find the answers to these questions and more.

For More Information Regarding Open Federal Cases
FSIS monitors recalls of meat and poultry products produced by Federally-inspected establishments. This page contains summary data on the FSIS recalls that are still in progress.

For More Information Regarding Closed Federal Cases
The archive contains press releases and notification reports issued by FSIS in conjunction with recalls of meat and poultry product from 1996 to the present.

For More Information Regarding Open Retail Recall Cases
State agencies coordinate and monitor recalls of meat and poultry products produced by privately-owned retail outlets. This area serves as a clearinghouse for information on these product recalls.

For More Information Regarding Problems with Food Products
What do you do if you have a problem with a particular food product? This guide will give you the proper steps to take depending on what type of food it is.

For More Information Regarding Additional Recall Links
Find information on recalls of products regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Connect to recalls, alerts, and warnings provided by selected Federal and State agencies.

 

 

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