CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Dec 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
Ascorbo 150 Powder recalled by Cain Food Industries
Cain Food Industries is recalling Ascorbo 150 Powder, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 5 Nov 2019 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-0239-2020
- FDA event ID
- 84207
- Recalling firm
- Cain Food Industries, Dallas, TX
- Brand
- Ascorbo
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 Nov 2019
- FDA classified
- 10 Dec 2019
- Reported
- 18 Dec 2019
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Other
Timeline
| 5 Nov 2019 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Dec 2019 | Classified by FDA | +35 days |
| 18 Dec 2019 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Possible contamination with Salmonella
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
ASCORBO 150 POWDER packaged in 50 lb. Multi-wall paper bag with polyethylene liner
Where it was distributed
MI, IL, NY, TX, KS, AR, NC
Questions about this recall
Is Ascorbo 150 Powder recalled?
Yes. Cain Food Industries recalled Ascorbo 150 Powder on 5 Nov 2019. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0239-2020.
Why was it recalled?
Possible contamination with Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
lot 265-19-0026
Where was it sold?
MI, IL, NY, TX, KS, AR, NC
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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