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Hazards · Spoilage and hygiene

Spoilage in food: alerts, recalls and border rejections

Food safety notices for spoilage from six authorities, by country of origin and product.

Notices, 12 months28all years: 253
Top origin, 3 yearsUnited States
Top product, 3 yearsDairy
Hazard groupSpoilage and hygiene

Notices per month

EU (RASFF)United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaAustralia
025710EU (RASFF), Nov 2022: 1United States, Nov 2022: 1Canada, Nov 2022: 2Australia, Nov 2022: 1NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2022: 1Canada, Dec 2022: 1EU (RASFF), Jan 2023: 1United States, Jan 2023: 1United States, Feb 2023: 1United States, Mar 2023: 1Canada, Mar 2023: 1Canada, May 2023: 1MayCanada, Jun 2023: 4United States, Jul 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2023: 1Canada, Sep 2023: 2EU (RASFF), Oct 2023: 1Canada, Oct 2023: 1NovCanada, Dec 2023: 2EU (RASFF), Jan 2024: 1United States, Jan 2024: 1Canada, Jan 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Mar 2024: 1Canada, Mar 2024: 1Australia, Mar 2024: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2024: 1Canada, Jun 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2024: 1United States, Jul 2024: 1Canada, Aug 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2024: 2United States, Sep 2024: 1Canada, Sep 2024: 3Canada, Oct 2024: 1NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2024: 2United States, Dec 2024: 3Canada, Dec 2024: 1Canada, Jan 2025: 1United States, Feb 2025: 1Canada, Mar 2025: 1Canada, Apr 2025: 1EU (RASFF), May 2025: 1Canada, May 2025: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2025: 1United States, Jun 2025: 2EU (RASFF), Jul 2025: 2EU (RASFF), Aug 2025: 1United States, Aug 2025: 1Canada, Aug 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2025: 1United States, Sep 2025: 1Canada, Sep 2025: 1Canada, Oct 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Nov 2025: 2Canada, Nov 2025: 1NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2025: 1Australia, Dec 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2026: 2Canada, Feb 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Mar 2026: 2EU (RASFF), Apr 2026: 1MayUnited States, Jun 2026: 1Canada, Jun 2026: 3Australia, Jun 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2026: 1Canada, Jul 2026: 2United States, Aug 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2026: 3Canada, Oct 2026: 2United Kingdom, Nov 2026: 1Canada, Nov 2026: 1Nov

Countries of origin, 3 years

US12IN5DE3PL3FR2CA2IT2SK1DK1CZ1KR1PK1

Products, 3 years

Dairy15Sauces and seasonings9Cereals and bakery5Beverages4Meat4Nuts and seeds3Herbs and spices3Fruit and vegetables3Poultry meat3Prepared and snack foods2Crustaceans2Alcoholic drinks2

Latest notices

DateSourceOriginProductHazardType
6 Nov 2026UK–Baxters Chef Selections Cullen Skink soup
Baxters
SpoilageRecall
6 Nov 2026CA–Cabernet Sauvignon LightSpoilageRecall · Class 3
27 Oct 2026CA–Shaft Cocktail Canadian Hard CoffeeSpoilageRecall · Class 3
19 Oct 2026EUFranceUnfit for consumption(bad taste) in growing-up milk for children aged 10 months to 3 yearsSpoilageAlert · potentially serious
19 Oct 2026EUSlovakiaHigh levels of spoilage microorganisms in pastaSpoilageInformation · potentially serious
7 Oct 2026CA–Grapefruit Paloma Agave Spirit Cocktail and Raspberry Lemonade Alcoholic Beverage SpoilageRecall · Class 3
6 Oct 2026EUDenmarkGas formation in curry ketchup due to spoilage bacteriaSpoilageInformation · potentially serious
16 Sep 2026EUCzechiaSuspected spoilage of organic tempeh from the Czech RepublicSpoilageInformation · potentially serious
7 Aug 2026USUnited StatesHorizon Organic ORG ASEP CHOC MILK 1% 8OZ 12 CT (Item 136990, UPC 742365002700) and 18 CT
Horizon Organic Dairy, LLC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
23 Jul 2026CA–Peanut ThaiSpoilageRecall · Class 3
23 Jul 2026CA–Pacific Tide Sparkling Spring WaterSpoilageRecall · Class 3
6 Jul 2026EUSouth KoreaPotential spoilage in cake from South KoreaSpoilageInformation · potential risk
30 Jun 2026CA–Pure Maple SyrupSpoilageRecall · Class 3
26 Jun 2026CA–Organic Lentil Soup (Less Sodium)SpoilageRecall · Class 3
22 Jun 2026USUnited StatesAmy's ORGANIC SOUPS LENTIL LIGHT IN SODIUM NET WT. 14.5 OZ. (411 g) Microwave: Place so
AMY'S KITCHEN INC.
SpoilageRecall · Class II
19 Jun 2026AUPakistanRed chilli
Saco International
Spoilage
Goods presented in used and dirty container.
Border rejection
17 Jun 2026CA–Sangria CiderSpoilageRecall · Class 3
17 Apr 2026EUIndiaIndications of spoilage (sensory deviations) of rice from IndiaSpoilageInformation · potential risk
20 Mar 2026EUIndiaRotten odor from frozen shrimps from India.SpoilageBorder rejection · serious
11 Mar 2026EUGreeceDeviating organoleptic characteristics (spoilage) in goat's cheese in brine from GreeceSpoilageAlert · potentially serious
26 Feb 2026CA–Lighvan Soft Ripened CheeseSpoilageRecall · Class 3
5 Feb 2026EUIndiaRotten odor from frozen shrimps from India.SpoilageBorder rejection · serious
3 Feb 2026EULithuaniaSuspected use of spoiled almonds or residual cleaning agent with a chemical off-flavor in SpoilageInformation · potentially serious
24 Dec 2025EUNetherlandsEarly spoilage of potato gratin from the NetherlandsSpoilageInformation · potential risk
18 Dec 2025AUChinaFresh garlic shoots
Jinxiang Hongyu Freezing & Storage Co Ltd
SpoilageBorder rejection
25 Nov 2025CA–Forever Chef brand Egg Sandwich Filling and Compliments brand Egg SaladSpoilageRecall · Class 3
24 Nov 2025EUIndiaA batch of raisins imported from India was found to be unfit for consumption due to damageSpoilageBorder rejection · potential risk
18 Nov 2025EUGermany, PolandSensoric deviations (spoilage) on frozen, smoked salmon trimmings for further processing fSpoilageInformation · potential risk
24 Oct 2025CA–BeerSpoilageRecall · Class 2
26 Sep 2025CA–Organic Whole Milk Yogourt BlueberrySpoilageRecall · Class 3
11 Sep 2025USUnited StatesDole Apple Juice (primary package), 15.2 Fl oz., PET, 12 bottles per case, Refrigerate aft
TROPICANA BRANDS GROUP
SpoilageRecall · Class II
3 Sep 2025EUBelgiumPossible premature spoilage in chocolate milk from BelgiumSpoilageInformation · not serious
19 Aug 2025CA–Original Cream CheeseSpoilageRecall · Class 3
5 Aug 2025USUnited StatesOrganic BABY bedtime drops; sleep + immunity blend; Promotes restful sleep with natural he
M.O.M Enterprises, LLC.
SpoilageRecall · Class II
5 Aug 2025EUCanadaSielawa amerykańska (Coregonus artedi - tusze HG) z cechami zepsucia / Spoilage in frozen SpoilageBorder rejection · potential risk
16 Jul 2025EUVietnamspoilage (soapy and bitter taste, smelly) of and inappropriate consumer guidance for wholeSpoilageInformation · potential risk
16 Jul 2025EUCyprusSpoiled long before best-before date of soft cheese from CyprusSpoilageInformation · potential risk
20 Jun 2025USUnited StatesMiddle East Coast brand Tahini Dip; NET WT: 6 OZ (170g); INGREDIENTS: TAHINI, ORGANIC LEMO
Shovel and Spoon LLC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
6 Jun 2025EUIrelandRecall of dressings due to the presence of lactic acid bacteria which may cause spoilageSpoilageInformation · potential risk
2 Jun 2025USUnited StatesPizza Shoppe The "Pink Stuff" World-Famous Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing, net wt. 12oz, UPC
La Fontanella Food Products LLC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
21 May 2025EUFranceLiegeios unfit for consumptionSpoilageInformation · potential risk
15 May 2025CA–Classic Burger SauceSpoilageRecall · Class 3
24 Apr 2025CA–Original Garlic Habanero Pepper SauceSpoilageRecall · Class 3
10 Mar 2025CA–Naturally Brewed Soy SauceSpoilageRecall · Class 3
21 Feb 2025USUnited StatesHAZELNUT INTERNATIONAL delight COFFEE CREAMER 32 FL OZ (1 QT) 32 FL OZ (1 QT) 946 mL UPC 0
DANONE WAVE
SpoilageRecall · Class II
22 Jan 2025CA–Fruit & Veggie Oat BarsSpoilageRecall · Class 3
18 Dec 2024EUGermanyPremature spoilage of poultry sausages in a jar from GermanySpoilageInformation · potential risk
13 Dec 2024USUnited StatesHorizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk 8OZ 12 Pack. Refrigerate after opening. With the
Horizon Organic Dairy, LLC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
13 Dec 2024USUnited StatesMr. Bing brand Sriracha Chili Sauce; 9 oz and 18 oz, in clear PET bottle with green cap; U
MR BING FOODS INC.
SpoilageRecall · Class II
11 Dec 2024USCanadaGreat Value, Chicken Broth, 48 oz. , Aseptic paper cartons, 6 retail units per case, 120
TREE HOUSE FOODS INC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
11 Dec 2024CA–ChickpeasSpoilageRecall · Class 3
9 Dec 2024EUGermanyPremature spoilage due to faulty film coating of ham products from GermanySpoilageInformation · not serious
16 Oct 2024CA–SauerkrautSpoilageRecall · Class 3
26 Sep 2024USUnited StatesHorizon Organic Ultra Pasteurized Heavy Whipping Cream, refrigerated, One Pint (473ml), UP
Horizon Organic Dairy, LLC
SpoilageRecall · Class II
26 Sep 2024CA–Probiotic YogurtSpoilageRecall · Class 3
25 Sep 2024EUItalyBottled soup (minestrone) with a manufacturing issue causing accelerated spoilageSpoilageAlert · potentially serious
19 Sep 2024CA–2% Partly Skimmed MilkSpoilageRecall · Class 3
9 Sep 2024CA–Sandwich Slices Seasoned Glazed BeefSpoilageRecall · Class 3
6 Sep 2024EUPolandSpoilage of cooked sausage from PolandSpoilageInformation · potential risk
22 Aug 2024CA–Paneer Unripened Soft CheeseSpoilageRecall · Class 3