On May 9, 2026, the FDA issued multiple Class I and II recalls affecting snack foods, spice powders, and powdered beverages exported to the U.S. Key risks include undeclared milk/whey allergens in Horchata powders, undeclared FD&C Yellow #6 and Red #40 in Indian-style snacks, and Salmonella contamination in ground allspice. Importers from China, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East must verify supplier allergen and pathogen testing immediately.
1. [Risk 5/5] Undeclared Milk/Whey Allergens in Powdered Beverages & Seasonings
FDA Class II recalls H-0672, H-0673, and H-0674 for Marquez Brothers Horchata powders (EL MEXICANO brand) due to undeclared milk/whey/lactose. These products can cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Action Required (today):
- Audit all powdered beverage mixes (Horchata, milk tea, protein shakes) and compound seasonings for whey, lactose, or milk substitute ingredients not declared on the allergen label.
- Request third-party allergen test reports (COA dated within 30 days) from suppliers for all affected SKUs.
- For products already exported to the U.S., verify FDA label compliance for milk allergen declaration under FALCPA.
Source: FDA Recall H-0672, H-0673, H-0674
2. [Risk 5/5] Undeclared Artificial Colors in Indian-Style Snacks
FDA Class II recalls H-0669 and H-0670 for Bombay Kitchen Tikka Sev and Punjabi Mix due to undeclared FD&C Yellow #6 and Red #40. These synthetic colors are common in extruded and fried legume snacks.
Action Required (today):
- Check all snack products exported to the U.S. (especially Indian-style mixes, sev, and fried legume snacks) for FD&C Yellow #6 or Red #40 in the ingredient list.
- Confirm that the label declares these colors by their full FDA-approved names.
- Note: FDA enforcement against undeclared artificial colors is intensifying; consider reformulating with natural alternatives for U.S. market.
Source: FDA Recall H-0669, H-0670
3. [Risk 4/5] Salmonella Contamination in Ground Allspice & Spice Powders
FDA Class I recall H-0666 for Unistel Industries Ground All Spice due to Salmonella contamination. Affected distribution includes California, Hawaii, and Washington state. This recall signals heightened FDA scrutiny on imported spice powders.
Action Required (today):
- Verify that all exported spice powders (curry powder, allspice, cumin, paprika) have a negative Salmonella test report from an accredited lab, dated within 30 days of shipment.
- For bulk spice inventory, consider sending samples for Salmonella testing before further distribution.
- Review supplier HACCP plans for pathogen control in spice processing.
Source: FDA Recall H-0666; Food Safety News enforcement update