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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1394-2013/FDA enforcement
S & M International INC·Food·Mar 15, 2013

Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne, 400 Gram (14 OZ.), S&m(hk) Enterprise LTD, RM3 8/f Yuexiu Bldg., …

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    The recall was initiated after it was discovered through NYDAM Sampling which revealed the product Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne contains unallowed dye 16255, Ponceau 4R (E124)-…

  • 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDADistribution not listedMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameS & M International INC
Recalling firmS & M International INCBayonne, NJ, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • All lots
Distribution area

New York

United States

Quantity affectedNot provided by the FDA.
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 22, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1394-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

S & M International INC initiated this food recall on March 15, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: The recall was initiated after it was discovered through NYDAM Sampling which revealed the product Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne contains unallowed dye 16255, Ponceau 4R (E124)- Acid Red 18 and FD& C Yellow #5. The FDA report lists distribution as: New York.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The recall was initiated after it was discovered through NYDAM Sampling which revealed the product Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne contains unallowed dye 16255, Ponceau 4R (E124)- Acid Red 18 and FD& C Yellow #5

Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne, 400 Gram (14 OZ.), S&m(hk) Enterprise LTD, RM3 8/f Yuexiu Bldg., … was made or distributed by S & M International INC in Bayonne, NJ, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1394-2013, dated May 22, 2013.

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

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

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 Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne, 400 Gram (14 OZ.), S&m(hk) Enterprise LTD, RM3 8/f Yuexiu Bldg., … recall?

S & M International INC recalled Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne, 400 Gram (14 OZ.), S&m(hk) Enterprise LTD, RM3 8/f Yuexiu Bldg., … in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1394-2013. The recall was initiated after it was discovered through NYDAM Sampling which revealed the product Grove Grow Notes Hawthorne contains unallowed dye 16255, Ponceau 4R (E124)-…

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 using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the S & M International INC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1394-2013. 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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Official source

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