FDA · H-1219-2026
Selectos Latinos Requeson Mexicano
Lot/code: Selec1011
Distribution: MD, VA
Reason: Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Official noticeFood Recall Lookup by Lot Code
Lot codes, batch codes, production dates, and best-by dates are often the most useful fields for checking whether a food product matches an official recall. UPCs help when they are listed, but many FDA and USDA FSIS records do not include UPCs.
A missing match is not a safety guarantee. Always compare the product name, lot code, best-by date, distribution area, and official recall notice before serving, selling, returning, or discarding a product.
Real lot code examples from current sample records
FDA · H-1192-2026
Fresh & Ready Foods Spicy Breakfast Burrito
Fresh thru: 07/20/26
UPC: 1 00001 00029 7
Distribution: AL, GA, KY, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
Official FDA databaseFDA · H-1223-2026
Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry Puree
Lot codes: 260119, 260120, 260317, 260318, 260514, 260515
Best by: 01/19/2027 through 05/15/2027
UPC: 815367010780
Official FDA databaseHow to check a food recall by lot code
Step 1
Find the exact product name and brand on the package.
Step 2
Find the lot code, batch code, production code, or best-by date printed on the package.
Step 3
Compare the code with the official recall notice. Similar product names are not enough.
Step 4
Check the distribution area or state when the notice lists one.
Step 5
Open the FDA or USDA FSIS notice before taking action.
Why this page does not promise UPC-only lookup
In the local 200-record sample audit, UPC information appeared far less often than lot or code information. That means a recall checker should use UPC as a helpful signal when available, but the safer first-version matching method is product name plus lot code, best-by date, and state.
FAQ
Can I search by UPC?
Yes, when a recall record includes a UPC. Many records do not, so UPC alone should not be the only check.
What if my lot code is not listed?
Do not treat that as proof of safety. Check the official notice and contact the recalling firm or retailer if the product looks similar.
Does no match mean safe?
No. It only means no matching record was found in the current sources and fields checked.
Why do FDA and USDA records differ?
FDA covers many food products. USDA FSIS covers meat, poultry, and processed egg products. A complete checker needs both.