A practical recall-check guide
How to check a food recall.
A recall in a brand’s history is a reason to investigate. The agency notice tells you which products, packages, and dates are affected.
1. Identify the package in front of you
Take a clear photo of the front of your packaged food. In Yum Check, confirm the brand name if prompted. Recognition can be wrong, so compare the result with the name printed on your package.
2. Open the relevant recall
A brand can have recalls for different products over time. Browse the active and past records, then open one that might apply to your item. Read why the product was recalled, its status, and the products named by the agency.
3. Compare identifying details
Look for the product name, package size, lot or batch code, UPC, and dates in the official notice. Compare those details directly with your package. A brand or product-name match alone cannot establish whether your particular package is affected.
4. Follow the source notice
Open the FDA or USDA FSIS source record from the recall detail. The agency notice is the place to confirm the affected products and current instructions, including what to do if you have one. Recall information can be updated, so check the source when the decision matters.
5. Act on the agency’s instructions
If your package matches an affected product, follow the directions in the official notice. If you are unsure, contact the agency or manufacturer listed there. For a potential health issue, seek appropriate professional medical advice.
A quick recall-check routine
- Photograph the front of the package and confirm the recognized brand.
- Open a relevant recall in the brand history.
- Compare product, package, code, and date details.
- Read the original agency notice and follow its instructions.
Start with a photo. Finish at the source.
Yum Check helps you find and understand U.S. food recall records. It cannot certify that a package is safe or affected.