Match the source to the shelf
FDA food notices matter for packaged foods, beverages and supplements. USDA FSIS notices matter for the meat, poultry and egg products it regulates. CPSC adds consumer goods such as kitchenware or toys. RecallDash also reads FDA drug and supported NHTSA equipment feeds, where those categories are part of your catalog.
Square sync and, where available, CSV uploads supply product details for monitoring. Neither supplies a complete record of every lot on your shelf, so a catalog match starts a review rather than settling it.
Check package details, not just a familiar product name
Start with the original notice. Compare the flavor or variant, package size, UPC when listed, and lot or best-by details with the stock in front of you. Check each location and relevant display or storage area. A broad product name can cover affected and unaffected packages.
For a dated example, the FDA-hosted So Delicious frozen-dessert announcement of September 15, 2026 identifies particular pints and best-by details. It illustrates why the package matters; it is not a claim that RecallDash found a match in your store.
Keep the daily review manageable
Daily and change-triggered checks put potential matches into the dashboard. Recalled matches eligible for email can also trigger alerts; possible matches stay in the dashboard for review. Review the notice and evidence, record your decision and shelf check, and use the audit CSV or print view when you need to revisit the record.
Check the source status and scan time before interpreting the results. Available feeds and product identifiers are incomplete; no match does not establish that a product is unaffected.
Official references
Read the original source for its product details, instructions and limitations. RecallDash is independent of Square and the government agencies.