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Class I Recall

"Lettuce Trio" (salad product) packed in 9oz. packages

Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands)

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for "Lettuce Trio" (salad product) packed in 9oz. packages by Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands). Reason: potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Details

Source

Food Recall

External ID

F-0569-2022

Action Date

2022-02-02

Status

Terminated

Category

food

Product Description

"Lettuce Trio" (salad product) packed in 9oz. packages

Lot/Code Info: Z324-Z350

Quantity Affected: 3,009 cases

Reason for Recall

potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Distribution

Products were distributed to 110 domestic distributors (in CT, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, and WI) and 3 foreign distributors (Canada).

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-12-18

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 117 food recalls issued in the same week, part of 204 food-related FDA actions this month.

Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands) has 90 FDA actions in our database, including 90 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands)) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands) have FDA actions?

Fresh Express Inc (Div of Chiquita Brands) has 90 FDA actions in our database, including 90 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "F-0569-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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