Fruit bars, chocolate, rice and more: See latest food recalls in California

Before reaching into the fridge, freezer or pantry, California consumers should beware of the latest recalls.

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Several foods, supplements and pet products were recalled in August over concerns ranging from possible salmonella and listeria contamination to undeclared allergens, foreign materials and other potential hazards.

Some of the products were made in California, while others were distributed to stores or sold online across the state.

Here’s what California consumers should know about the recalls announced in August:

Which foods were recalled in California?

According to the California Department of Public Health, several food products were recalled in August because they might contain harmful bacteria, undeclared allergens or other health risks.

You can find a complete list of recalled products, including affected lot numbers, universal product codes and distribution information, on the state agency’s website.

Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit

Kettle Cuisine, a Maryland-based company, on Aug. 12 because of possible contamination with listeria monocytogenes.

According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, listeria can cause flu-like symptoms, including fever, body aches and fatigue.

The recall affects 14-ounce wrapped trays of Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit with the UPC 194346474004.

The products were distributed in several states, including California, and .

The affected products have a best-by/use-by date of Aug. 22, 2026, and were distributed from June 30 through July 7.

Lacnola Lactation Granola

Hampton Grocers Inc. in New York recalled its Lacnola Lactation Granola on Aug. 14 because of .

Salmonella bacteria are a leading cause of foodborne illness in the country, with symptoms including diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps.

The recalled product comes in an 8-ounce pink pouch with UPC 850035324554.

It was sold nationwide, including California, through mail orders from The Hampton Grocers’ website and other online retailers, including Amazon.

The are HGLC-102125, with an expiration date of Oct. 21, 2026, and HGLC-021326, with an expiration date of Feb. 13, 2027.

The products were distributed between Oct. 21, 2025, and Aug. 12.

Siluriformes fish products

Hayward-based Asian America Trading Inc. recalled about 996 pounds of made from Pangasius fish on Aug. 17.

The products were recalled because they were produced in China, which is not eligible to export ready-to-eat Siluriformes products to the United States, according to the California Department of Public Health.

The products were only distributed in California.

The fish skin crackers and other fish skin products sold in 50-gram plastic bags.

Here’s which varieties were impacted by the recall:

• Crispy Fish Skin Crackers
• Salted Egg Fish Skin Crackers
• Spicy Flavor Un Chi Crisp Fish Skin
• Wasabi Flavor Un Chi Crisp Fish Skin
• Laver Flavor Un Chi Crisp Fish Skin

Prolon Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread

Culver City-based L-Nutra on Aug. 17 because the product could contain undeclared cashews, pistachios and/or hazelnuts.

The recalled spread comes in an 8.47-ounce glass jar with the UPC 850040360530 and lot code L2755. The product has an expiration date of Jan. 2, 2027.

The spread was sold nationwide, including California, through ProlonLife.com.

It was also included in certain Prolon product bundles.

Pickled goat and chicken products

Texas-based Indus Foods LLC, doing business as Gangothri Foods, and chicken products on Aug. 17 because they were “produced without benefit of inspection.”

About 1,626 pounds of products are included in the recall.

The

• Gangothri Goat Pickle
• Gangothri Gongura Goat Pickle
• Gangothri Chicken Pickle
• Gangothri Gongura Chicken Pickle

The products were produced between Jan. 28, 2025, and May 6, and distributed nationwide, including California.

Outshine frozen fruit bars

Walnut Creek-based Dreyer’s recalled select Outshine Fruit Bars on Aug. 18 because they might contain pieces of glass.

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The recalled popsicles were distributed nationwide, including California.

The recall affects sold in six-count and 24-count packages.

Here’s which ones:

• Outshine Strawberry 6-Count 2.5 ounce Fruit Bars
• Outshine Watermelon 6-Count 2.5 ounce Fruit Bars
• Outshine Grape 6-Count 2.5 ounce Fruit Bars
• Outshine Tangerine 6-Count 2.5 ounce Fruit Bars
• Outshine Black Cherry 6-Count 2.5 ounce Fruit Bars
• Outshine 24-Count 2.5 ounce Variety Pack Fruit Bars

Consumers should check the California Department of Public Health website for photos, for the affected products.

Halloween chocolate candy

New Jersey-based Crystal Temptations treats on Aug. 31 because they contain undeclared milk.

The products were distributed in multiple states, including California, through Marshalls, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and Sierra Trading Post.

The several package sizes and styles, including 10-ounce bags, 7-ounce acrylic boxes, 10.5-ounce plastic jars, 16-ounce designer pouches and 11-ounce plastic bags.

Was white rice recalled in California?

More than 27,000 packages of organic white rice were recalled because of “possible contamination with foreign materials,” according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The rice was produced by Lundberg Family Farms in Butte County and distributed in 13 states, including California.

The recall affects 27,324 packages of Lundberg Family Farms White Jasmine Rice with “best before” dates of Feb. 1, 2027, and Feb. 2, 2027.

The recalled rice was sold in 32-ounce bags with UPC 073416-040281. The recalled lot codes are 260201 and 260202.

Which supplements were recalled in California?

New York-based Lexunder Inc. recalled Food to Live green powder products on Aug. 7 because of possible salmonella contamination.

The products were sold nationwide, including California, through Food to Live, Food in Bulk and other online marketplaces.

The in resealable pouches and bulk cases weighing 33, 44 and 55 pounds.

Consumers can find the on the California Department of Public Health website.

Which pet products were recalled in California?

Several pet products were also recalled in August, including dog food and feline milk replacers.

Oma’s Pride Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe

Connecticut-based Oma’s Pride recalled its Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe dog food on Aug. 12 because of salmonella contamination.

The gusseted pouch containing 12 individually wrapped, 8-ounce vacuum-sealed portions.

The affected product has SKU F-WOOFC-6, lot number BB012729, UPC 879384001459 and a best-by date of Jan. 27, 2029.

The products were , including California, through online direct-to-consumer sales and shipped frozen orders.

Fromm dog food

Wisconsin-based Fromm Family Foods recalled two canned dog food products on Aug. 21 because they can contain possible pieces of metal.

The recalled products are:

• Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet Dog Food — 12.2 ounces, UPC 072705118700, lot code EP2A3306 551006
• Fromm Diner Classics Milo’s Meatloaf Pâté Wet Dog Food — 12.5 ounces, UPC 072705132324, lot code EP2A3306 551029

Both products have a , and were distributed nationwide, including California, through online sales.

Feline milk replacers

Iowa-based Revival Animal Health LLC and Breeder’s Edge Feline Milk Replacers on Aug. 26 because of “inconsistent levels of vitamins and trace minerals.”

The products were distributed nationwide, including California, and sold online.

The of resealable bags and 12-ounce jars.

Where can I find the full list of California recalls?

Consumers can check the California Department of Public Health’s recall listings for product photos, lot numbers, expiration dates and other information needed to determine whether a product is affected.

If you have a recalled product, check the recall notice for instructions on whether to throw it away, return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer.