Cosmetic Recalls
U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalls Sacred Tattoo Ink, Raven Black; CI# 77266; Lot#: RB0624; Best Before: June 28 2027; Sacred Tattoo Ink, Sunny Daze; CI# 21095; Lot#: SD1124; Best Before: Nov 1 2027
Audience
- Consumers who are considering a new tattoo
- Tattoo artists
- Retailers of tattoo inks
Product
FDA laboratory analysis has found that the following tattoo inks are contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms:
- Sacred Tattoo Ink, Raven Black; CI# 77266; Lot#: RB0624; Best Before: June 28 2027
- Sacred Tattoo Ink, Sunny Daze; CI# 21095; Lot#: SD1124; Best Before: Nov 1 2027
Purpose
The FDA is alerting consumers, tattoo artists, and retailers of the potential for serious injury from use of tattoo inks that are contaminated with bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Tattoo inks contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms can cause infections and lead to serious health injuries when injected into the skin during a tattooing procedure, since there is an increased risk of infection any time the skin barrier is broken.
Commonly reported symptoms of tattoo-ink-associated infections include the appearance of rashes or lesions consisting of red papules in areas where the contaminated ink has been applied. Some tattoo infections can result in permanent scarring. Indications of an infection can be difficult to recognize as other conditions (e.g., allergic reactions) may initially have similar signs and symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.
Drug and Dietary Supplement Recalls
EnShiShiXiangNiShangMaoYouXianGongSi recalls Endurance Boost Dietary supplement for male performance and energy
EnShiShiXiangNiShangMaoYouXianGongSi is voluntarily recalling one lot of ENDURANCE BOOST WITH HORNY GOAT WEED (20 Count)External Link Disclaimer capsules to the consumer level. During the regular sampling, the product has been found to be tainted with Propoxyphenylsildenafil (a sildenafil analogue) and Sildenafil. Sildenafil is an ingredient in FDA approved products for treatment of male erectile dysfunction in the family of drugs known as phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitors. Products containing sildenafil cannot be marketed as dietary supplements. ENDURANCE BOOST WITH HORNY GOAT WEED is an unapproved new drug for which safety and efficacy have not been established and, therefore, subject to recall.
Risk Statement: Consumption of products with undeclared sildenafil and its analogue propoxyphenylsildenafil, may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may cause a significant drop in blood pressure that may be life threatening. People with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. Among the adult male population, who are most likely to use this product, adult males who use nitrates for cardiac conditions are most at risk. To date April 30, 2025, EnShiShiXiangNiShangMaoYouXianGongSi has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
Food and Beverage Recalls
Advantage Health Matters Inc. recalls Organic traditions Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds
Advantage Health Matters Inc Recalls "Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds" Because of Possible Health Risk
Advantage Health Matters of 5787 Steeles Ave W, North York, ON, Canada M9L 2W3, is recalling its 8-ounce packages of " Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds " food treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The recalled " Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds " were distributed in states of New York, New Jersey and Virginia in retail stores and through mail orders.
The product comes in a 8 ounce, clear plastic package marked with lot # L250320200 on the back and with an expiration date of 05/02/2027 stamped on the side.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Fresh & Ready Foods LLC recalls Fresh & Ready Foods, Fresh Take Crave Away, City Point Market Fresh Food to Go Ready to eat sandwiches and snack items
Fresh & Ready Foods is voluntarily recalling some ready-to-eat sandwiches and snack items sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. This voluntary recall is being initiated due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The voluntarily recalled products were distributed between 04/18/2025 and 04/28/2025 in vending and breakroom areas within corporate offices, medical buildings and healthcare facilities located in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. This voluntary recall is specifically limited to the products with the “Use By” dates from 4/22/2025 to 05/19/2025 as detailed below.
This issue was identified through environmental monitoring conducted by the FDA during a site inspection, which resulted in a positive finding for Listeria monocytogenes on a piece of equipment. Fresh & Ready Foods has taken immediate corrective actions including removing equipment to address this issue to ensure ongoing food safety and compliance with FDA guidance.
Knockroe Inc. recalls Bonya Low Fat Yogurt Parfaits
Knockro Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Bonya Yogurt Parfaits
Knockro Inc., PA, is recalling its Bonya-branded yogurt parfait products due to an undeclared almond. Specifically, the granola component in some of these products contains almonds, which were not listed on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
The recalled yogurt parfaits were distributed nationwide in retail stores. They come in a 12-ounce, clear plastic cup and expire on May 5th, 2025.
New England Village Foods recalls New England Village Snacks 19th Hole Snack Mix
New England Village Foods of Milford NH is recalling all lots of 5 -ounce and 10 -ounce containers of New England Village Snacks “19th Hole Snack Mix” because they may contain undeclared almonds. Additionally, sesame is not declared in the “Contains” statement. People who have allergies to almonds or sesame run the risk of serious or life- threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled “19th Hole Snack Mix” were distributed to small independent grocery markets and convenience stores throughout New England, New York and Pennsylvania.
The product comes in 5- ounce and 10- ounce, clear cups and tubs with reclosable lids marked with UPC – 609465693477 (5 oz.) and UPC – 642147152459 (10 oz.) located on the lid of the product printed in black ink.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
New Grains Gluten Free Bakery recalls New Grains Gluten Free Bakery Breads, Bagels, Cookies and Croutons
New Grains Gluten Free Bakery is recalling a variety of products, including breads, bagels, cookies, and croutons, because they may contain undeclared eggs, soy, and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs, soy, or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Find the list of items that are affected by this recall in the linked article.
These products were distributed between 04/07 and 04/21 under lot numbers 90–107 in the state of Utah through retail stores. The breads and croutons were packaged in clear vacuum-sealed plastic bags, while the cookies were packaged in regular clear plastic bags. The affected products have labels that indicate they are "gluten-free" and display the New Grains brand name. The label colors could be red, purple, orange, blue, green, or pink.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that products containing eggs, soy, and milk were distributed in labels that did not reveal the presence of eggs, soy, and milk.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
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