Quick answer: To check if a grocery product is recalled, enter its name above - this tool searches the FDA enforcement database (updated weekly) plus USDA meat and poultry recalls. Class I recalls are the most serious: stop eating the product and check the lot code against the recall notice.
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What do Class I, II, and III food recalls mean?
Class I recalls carry a reasonable chance of serious harm or death - stop eating the product immediately. Class II recalls may cause temporary or reversible harm. Class III recalls are unlikely to cause harm and are often labeling violations.
What should I do if my food is recalled?
Do not eat it. Check the lot code and use-by date against the recall notice, then return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you already ate it and feel sick, contact your doctor.
Where does this recall data come from?
The FDA enforcement reports database, updated weekly, plus USDA FSIS meat and poultry recalls - the same public data behind the search on FDA.gov.
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