On May 7, 2026, the U.S. FDA issued multiple Class I and II recalls affecting spice powders, seasoning blends, instant beverages, and baked snacks. Key risks include Salmonella contamination, undeclared FD&C Yellow #6 and Red #40, and undeclared milk, hazelnut, and soy lecithin. Importers of Asian snack mixes, horchata powders, and madeleines should take immediate action.
1. [Risk 5/5] Immediate Check: Artificial Colors & Salmonella in Spice Powders and Seasonings
FDA recalls H-0669-2026 and H-0666-2026 involve Bombay Kitchen Tikka Sev and Punjabi Mix with undeclared FD&C Yellow #6 and Red #40 (Class II), and SALUTE SEASONINGS All Spice powder contaminated with Salmonella (Class I). Products exported to the U.S. including curry powder, five-spice powder, and Indian snack mixes are affected.
Action Required (today):
- Audit all U.S.-bound products listing FD&C colors or artificial colors; ensure labels declare every color ingredient.
- Request latest Salmonella COA from suppliers of spice powders (e.g., All Spice).
- Verify product labels include 'May Contain Traces' statements where applicable.
Source: FDA recall H-0669-2026, H-0666-2026
2. [Risk 5/5] Immediate Check: Undeclared Allergens in Beverage Mixes and Baked Snacks
FDA recalls H-0682-2026 and H-0672-2026 involve Kirkland Signature Madeleines with undeclared hazelnut and soy lecithin (Class I), and Marquez Brothers Horchata drink mixes with undeclared milk (Class II). Products distributed through Costco and other multi-state channels are affected.
Action Required (today):
- Check all beverage mixes containing whey, lactose, or milk powder for clear 'Contains: Milk' declaration.
- Cross-reference ingredient lists with allergen statements for baked goods containing nuts or soy.
- For compound seasonings exported to the U.S., confirm if dairy-derived ingredients are present and labeled.
Source: FDA recall H-0682-2026, H-0672-2026
3. [Risk 4/5] U.S. Intensifies Pesticide Residue Screening on Imported Foods
Food Safety News reports that over 22,000 samples of imported foods showed multiple pesticide residues, with dried vegetables, spices, tea, and grains most affected. This increases scrutiny for all U.S.-bound shipments.
Action Required (today):
- Add multi-residue pesticide testing (covering 200+ EPA-targeted compounds) for dried vegetables, spices, and tea.
- Verify suppliers provide pesticide residue reports compliant with U.S. standards.
- For recent export batches, arrange third-party testing before shipment.
Source: Food Safety News, May 7, 2026