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

Lot, batch or date codeslot 065-19-0008
Quantity recalled50 pounds

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
E-Mail
Reason category
Salmonella
Product category
Other

Timeline

5 Nov 2019Recall initiated by company
10 Dec 2019Classified by FDA+35 days
18 Dec 2019Published 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

ArkansasIllinoisKansasMichiganNorth CarolinaNew YorkTexas

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.

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