CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Dec 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
Ascorbo 160-2 Powder recalled by Cain Food Industries
Cain Food Industries is recalling Ascorbo 160-2 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-0240-2020
- 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 160-2 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
Why was it recalled?
Possible contamination with Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
lot 065-19-0008
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
8 other products · FDA event 84207This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Oxibake YF recalled by Cain Food Industries.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Oxibake YF recalled by Cain Food IndustriesOxibake YF | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Cdc-2010 packaged in 50 lb. Multi-wall paper bag with polyethylene recalled | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Slb-r Powder recalled by Cain Food IndustriesSlb-r | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Ascorbo 150 Powder recalled by Cain Food IndustriesAscorbo | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | BETA recalled by Cain Food IndustriesBeta | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Oxibake CL recalled by Cain Food IndustriesOxibake CL | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Trem 21 Powder recalled by Cain Food IndustriesTrem | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states | |
| CLASS I | Vitamin D2 Blend recalled by Cain Food Industries | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
More recalls from Cain Food Industries
All 9| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Vitamin D2 Blend recalled by Cain Food Industries | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Trem 21 Powder recalled by Cain Food IndustriesTrem | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Oxibake CL recalled by Cain Food IndustriesOxibake CL | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
| Food | CLASS I | BETA recalled by Cain Food IndustriesBeta | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Ascorbo 150 Powder recalled by Cain Food IndustriesAscorbo | Cain Food Industries | Salmonella | 7 states |
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