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Medium RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Packaged & Processed

Sodium Nitrite Recalled for Potential Metal Fragments

Agency Publication Date: September 9, 2023
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Summary

Chemtrade Solutions, LLC has recalled 3,899 units or approximately 97.5 tons of Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade. The recall was issued because the product may contain small metal fragments, specifically ferrous metal measuring 1 mm or less in size. While no injuries have been reported, these fragments pose a safety risk if the chemical is used in food processing. This product was sold in 50lb polyethylene and paper bags through industrial distributors.

Risk

The presence of metal fragments in food-grade ingredients can cause physical injury to the mouth, throat, or digestive tract if the contaminated product is consumed.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves 50lb polyethylene and paper bags of Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade with lot numbers SY3060 (expires 01MAR2026), SY3061 (expires 02MAR2026), and SY3097 (expires 07APR2026).
  2. Stop using the recalled product immediately and ensure it is not used in any food manufacturing or preparation processes.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 1: Full Refund
How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Sodium Nitrite, Granular Super Free-Flowing Food Grade (50lb bag)
Variants: Polyethylene bags, Paper bags, 50 per pallet
Lot Numbers:
SY3060 (expires 01MAR2026)
SY3061 (expires 02MAR2026)
SY3097 (expires 07APR2026)

Recall #: F-1502-2023. Product is food grade.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 92733
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Chemtrade Solutions, LLC
Sold By: Industrial distributors
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 3899 units or approximately 97.5 tons
Distributed To: Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Texas, Wisconsin

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