ACTIVE RECALL — CLASS IIActive recallF-0731-2025/FDA enforcement

Gold Garlic Powder Irradiated

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Potential contamination with foreign objects (metal)

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand namePacific Meridian Group, LLC
Recalling firmPacific Meridian Group, LLCOakland, CA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Lot, Expiration: LN11842024211IR, 7/29/2026
  • LN11842024212IR, 7/30/2026
  • LN11842024248IR, 9/4/2026
  • LN11842024249IR, 9/5/2026
Distribution area
CAILTX

CA, IL, TX

United States

Quantity affected175, 000 lbs
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 30, 2025
FDA recall numberF-0731-2025

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Pacific Meridian Group, LLC initiated this food recall on March 17, 2025. The FDA enforcement report states: Potential contamination with foreign objects (metal). The FDA report lists distribution as: CA, IL, TX.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potential contamination with foreign objects (metal)

Gold Garlic Powder Irradiated was made or distributed by Pacific Meridian Group, LLC in Oakland, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0731-2025, dated April 30, 2025.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Gold Garlic Powder Irradiated recall?

Pacific Meridian Group, LLC recalled Gold Garlic Powder Irradiated in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0731-2025. Potential contamination with foreign objects (metal)

What injuries or health effects are linked to metal contamination?

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Who is most at risk from Metal contamination?

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Pacific Meridian Group, LLC?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0731-2025 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Pacific Meridian Group, LLC recall still active?

Yes. As of the latest FDA enforcement report, this recall is listed as ongoing. Check the official source record for the most current status before making a decision.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0731-2025. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.