The FDA recalls almost a hundred million units of food every quarter. Prepared foods are the most recalled food category, followed by baked goods, vegetables and beverages. Furthermore, microbiological contamination is the leading reason for U.S. food recalls. For instance, salmonella is the most common cause of foodborne illnesses in the United States. It a type of bacteria which causes food poisoning and can be found in contaminated eggs, poultry, meat, unpasteurized milk or juice, cheese, contaminated raw fruits and vegetables, spices, and nuts. In recent years, Italy had the largest share of food recalls worldwide, followed by The Netherlands, France and Germany.
Food Recalls - Statistics & Facts
The FDA recalls almost a hundred million units of food every quarter. Prepared foods are the most recalled food category, followed by baked goods, vegetables and beverages. Furthermore, microbiological contamination is the leading reason for U.S. food recalls. For instance, salmonella is the most common cause of foodborne illnesses in the United States. It a type of bacteria which causes food poisoning and can be found in contaminated eggs, poultry, meat, unpasteurized milk or juice, cheese, contaminated raw fruits and vegetables, spices, and nuts. In recent years, Italy had the largest share of food recalls worldwide, followed by The Netherlands, France and Germany.
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- Country with largest share of worldwide food recalls
- Italy
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- Share of Americans with children who are seriously concerned about food recalls
- 28%
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U.S. consumers' level of concern about food recalls by number of children 2014
- Medical cost from Salmonella in the U.S.
- 3.7bn USD
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U.S. medical costs of foodborne illnesses 2015, by pathogen
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