G.O. Fresh

Recall #F-0087-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-13

Plain-language summary

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What happened

G.O. Fresh is recalling mixed fruit products that contain cantaloupe due to potential Salmonella contamination from the cantaloupe supplier. The affected products were sold to food service companies in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and Wisconsin with best-by dates between 9/15/12 and 9/16/12.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could potentially be at risk, though people with weakened immune systems, young children, and older adults are more vulnerable to serious illness from Salmonella.

What to do

If you purchased these products, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to where you bought them. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience symptoms of food poisoning, such as diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps within the next few days.

Product

Mixed Fruit w/ Grapes: SYSCO Imperial 1210321 4/5# FRUIT MIX CHUNK W/GRAPES 130250 BEST BY 9/16/12. SYSCO Imperial 2665156 4/5# MIX MELON W/ REDGRAPES 130249 & 130250 BEST BY 9/15/12 & 9/16/12, UPC# 1007 4865599914. SYSCO Imperial 3278165 1/5# FRUIT MIX CHUNK WI/GRAPE 130249 & 130250, BEST BY 9/15/12 & 9/16/12, UPC# 1007 4865618960.

Reason for recall

G.O. Fresh in Minnesota is voluntarily recalling specific cut items that contain cantaloupe, which has been recalled by DFI Marketing, Inc. due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Quantity affected

721 TOTAL CASES FOR ALL PRODUCTS

Distribution

Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota and Wisconsin

Lot / code info

BEST BY 9/15/12 & 9/16/12

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Letter

Terminated

2013-02-14