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Products · 12 Nov 2026

Honey: food safety alerts and border rejections

Notices, 12 months22all years: 183
Top hazard, 3 yearsUndeclared allergen
Top origin, 3 yearsUnited States

Notices per month

EU (RASFF)United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaAustralia
01235NovUnited States, Jan 2023: 1Canada, Jan 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2023: 1United States, Feb 2023: 1United States, Apr 2023: 2Australia, Apr 2023: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2023: 2EU (RASFF), Aug 2023: 1United States, Aug 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2023: 2United States, Nov 2023: 2NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2023: 1EU (RASFF), Jan 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Feb 2024: 2EU (RASFF), Apr 2024: 1United States, May 2024: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2024: 1Australia, Jun 2024: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2024: 1United States, Nov 2024: 1United Kingdom, Nov 2024: 1NovEU (RASFF), Feb 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Mar 2025: 4EU (RASFF), Apr 2025: 1United States, May 2025: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2025: 1United States, Jun 2025: 2EU (RASFF), Jul 2025: 3United States, Jul 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Aug 2025: 1United States, Aug 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Sep 2025: 1United States, Sep 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2025: 4EU (RASFF), Nov 2025: 2NovEU (RASFF), Dec 2025: 1EU (RASFF), Jan 2026: 1Canada, Jan 2026: 1United States, Mar 2026: 2United Kingdom, Mar 2026: 1Australia, Mar 2026: 2United States, Apr 2026: 2EU (RASFF), May 2026: 1Australia, May 2026: 1MayEU (RASFF), Jun 2026: 3United Kingdom, Jun 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Jul 2026: 1Canada, Jul 2026: 1EU (RASFF), Oct 2026: 2Nov

Hazards, 3 years

Undeclared allergen7Veterinary drug residues3Foreign bodies3Additives (unauthorised or over li2Plant and marine toxins2Mould2Listeria monocytogenes2Salmonella2Clostridium botulinum1Documents and labelling1Bacillus cereus1

Countries of origin, 3 years

US14MY5NP4FR4TR4UA3ES2GB2SG2PL2MD2IT2

Latest notices

DateSourceOriginProductHazardType
5 Oct 2026EUNepalGrayanotoxin in honey from Nepal, via the NetherlandsOtherAlert · serious
5 Oct 2026EUSpainClostridium Botulinum in honey from SpainClostridium botulinumInformation · potentially serious
22 Jul 2026EUMalaysiaSildenafil and paracetamol in honey from MalaysiaOtherInformation · serious
6 Jul 2026CA–Bistro Honey Dill SauceUndeclared allergenRecall · Class 2
26 Jun 2026EUUnited KingdomDangerous substance Tadalafil found in honeyOtherInformation · serious
11 Jun 2026UK–Honeycomb Blast Choc Bar
Buttermilk Confections
Undeclared allergenAllergy alert
9 Jun 2026EUMalaysiaSildenafil in beekeeping products from MalaysiaOtherInformation · serious
3 Jun 2026EUSyriaSildenafil and tadalafil in honey product from the Syrian Arab RepublicOtherInformation · serious
4 May 2026EUUkraineresidues of veterinary drugs in honeyVeterinary drug residuesInformation · potentially serious
1 May 2026AUSingaporeHoney
Prolife Foods Ltd (Hamilton New Zealand)
Other
11.3% C4 sugars, 13.9% C4 sugars
Border rejection
4 Apr 2026USUnited StatesDakota Honey Company the Honey Flight. 4 Flavors of Spreadable Spun Honey Original - Salt
Dakota Honey Company
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
3 Apr 2026USUnited StatesFain s Blackberry Honey Spread, 12oz net wt., UPC 01832213862
Walker Honey Co
Foreign bodiesRecall · Class II
27 Mar 2026AUOmanHoney
Dejlah Agro for Exporting Domestic Products
Other
20% C4 sugars,
Border rejection
27 Mar 2026AUMalaysiaHoney lime mints
Nicko Jeep Manufacture Sdn Bhd
Additives (unauthorised or over limit)
n/a
Border rejection
20 Mar 2026USUnited StatesRaw & Unfiltered Bee Well Wildflower Honey NET wT. 12 OZ (340g) UPC 8 32587 00003 2, NET W
Bee Well Honey Farm & Supply Inc.
OtherRecall · Class III
15 Mar 2026UK–Walkers Hot Honey Crisps 6 pack
Walkers
Undeclared allergenAllergy alert
13 Mar 2026USUnited StatesBoner Bears Honey Male Enhancement 100% Wildflower Honey, total of 15 pouches per box, Net
Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I
28 Jan 2026EUMalaysiaHoney containing Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma Longifolia) from MalaysiaOtherInformation · potentially serious
13 Jan 2026CA–Wildflower HoneyOtherRecall · Class 3
12 Dec 2025EUPoland, Ukrainepyrrolizidine alkaloids in pollen from Poland and UkrainePlant and marine toxinsAlert · serious
25 Nov 2025EUMoldovaStreptomycin in honey from MoldovaMouldInformation · not serious
24 Nov 2025EUUnited KingdomConsignment honey skipped veterinary controls in Border Control PostVeterinary drug residuesInformation · not serious
24 Oct 2025EUMoldovaForbidden substance metronidazole in honey from MoldovaMouldInformation · not serious
21 Oct 2025EURomaniaprezenta cloramfenicol in miere de teiOtherInformation · serious
17 Oct 2025EUFranceHMF in honeyOtherInformation · not serious
15 Oct 2025EUGermany, TürkiyePharmacologically active substances in comb honey from TurkeyOtherInformation · not serious
26 Sep 2025USUnited StatesCut Fresh Fruit Mix. Contains: Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Pineapple, and Red Grapes. Keep Re
WHOLESALE PRODUCE SUPPLY LLC DBA
Listeria monocytogenesRecall · Class I
10 Sep 2025EUFranceHigh levels of 5-HMF in organic floral honeysOtherInformation · not serious
21 Aug 2025USUnited StatesHoney Balsamic dressing, 3.4 ounce plastic pouch, Best by date and Lot number appear dire
Latitude 36 Foods
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I
6 Aug 2025EUItalyMiele con tracce di latte non dichiarato in etichetta///Honey with traces of milk not declDocuments and labellingAlert · serious
31 Jul 2025EUFranceHigh HMF (hydroxymethylfurfural) content in honeyOtherInformation · potential risk
25 Jul 2025EUSpain, Italyalcaloidi pirrolizidinici superiori ai limiti massimi di legge in polline di api (PyrrolizPlant and marine toxinsAlert · potentially serious
16 Jul 2025USUnited StatesBrand Name: Queen Bee Gardens Whipped Honey Huckleberry Intended use: spread. Item is shel
QUEEN BEE GARDENS
OtherRecall · Class II
1 Jul 2025EUBulgariaDetection of a 5-HMF level exceeding the maximum allowed limit for honeyOtherInformation · potentially serious
25 Jun 2025EUNepalGrayantoxins in honey from Nepal, via the NetherlandsOtherAlert · serious
18 Jun 2025USUnited StatesLittle Remedies¿ Honey Cough 4 FL OZ (118 mL)
Prestige Brands Holdings
Bacillus cereusRecall · Class II
7 Jun 2025USUnited States1. USA APLS RED DEL TOTE 2. USA APLE RED DEL 80CT 3. DOMESTIC APPLE GAL
UNFI General Corporate
OtherRecall · Class II
23 May 2025USUnited StatesComvita branded Manuka Honey + Reishi; made in New Zealand, Net Wt. 12 fl oz (355g); Barco
COMVITA USA INC
OtherRecall · Class II
14 Apr 2025EUFranceMandatory warning text are missing on 2 variant of honey from France purchased via SwedenOtherInformation · potentially serious
12 Mar 2025EUMalaysiaHoney containing Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma Longifolia) from FranceOtherInformation · potentially serious
6 Mar 2025EUNepalGrayanotoxins in honey from NepalOtherInformation · serious
6 Mar 2025EUNepalGrayanotoxins in honey from NepalOtherInformation · serious
5 Mar 2025EUChinaRoyal jelly and honey (apiculture product) from non-approved establishmentOtherBorder rejection · potential risk
27 Feb 2025EUPolandwykrycie sulfonamidów w miodzie nektarowo-lipowym // detection of sulfonamides in nectar-lVeterinary drug residuesInformation · serious
27 Nov 2024USUnited Statesa.) King Kullen brand Honeydew Slices; UPC 85316-10009; 20 oz foam tray b) Wild By Nature
Gracie's Kitchens Inc.
Listeria monocytogenesRecall · Class II
23 Nov 2024UK–Wilderbee Gochujang Hot Honey
The WilderKitchen
Undeclared allergenAllergy alert
24 Jul 2024EUUkraineImproper hygiene and transport conditions of honey from UkraineOtherBorder rejection · not serious
7 Jun 2024AUTürkiyeHoneycomb
Kozmopolitan Gida San Tic A.S.
Other
0.564
Border rejection
6 Jun 2024EUTürkiyeUnauthorized substances sildenafil and tadalafil and detection of paracetamol in honey pasAdditives (unauthorised or over limit)Information · serious
24 May 2024USUnited StatesPop a Nosh Mixed Munch; Honey BBQ Flavor; 8oz plastic bag; Potato Chips, Popcorn, Pretzels
AMB FOODS INC
Undeclared allergenRecall · Class I
22 Apr 2024EUSingaporeGrayanotoxin in honey from SingaporeOtherBorder rejection · serious
14 Feb 2024EUBrazilApiculture Products of Non-Harmonized SpeciesOtherBorder rejection · no risk
14 Feb 2024EUBrazilApiculated Products of Non-Haronized SpeciesOtherBorder rejection · no risk
12 Jan 2024EUBelgiumPossible presence of glass in jars of honey from BelgiumForeign bodiesAlert · serious
20 Dec 2023EUTürkiyeSildenafil in herbal mixed paste from TürkiyeOtherAlert · serious
24 Nov 2023USUnited StatesMixed Fruit Products that contain Cantaloupe, Honeydew, and Red Grapes, Identified with th
Cut Fruit Express, Inc.
SalmonellaRecall · Class I
17 Nov 2023USUnited StatesBix Produce Item # 12170 Fruit, Chunk Melon w/Grape 5 lb. containing Cantaloupe, Honeydew,
FreshPoint Bix Produce Company, LLC
SalmonellaRecall · Class I
10 Oct 2023EUSwitzerlandTetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and unauthorized novel food ingredient cannabidiol (CBD) in honUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potentially serious
9 Oct 2023EUFranceUnauthorised novel food ingredient cannabidiol (CBD) in honey from FranceUnauthorised novel food or GMOInformation · potentially serious
4 Sep 2023EUChinaChloramphenicol in propolis extract from ChinaVeterinary drug residuesInformation · serious