G.O. Fresh

Recall #F-0088-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-13

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What happened

G.O. Fresh recalled a fruit variety product sold under the SYSCO Imperial brand because it contains cantaloupe that may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. The recalled product was distributed in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and Wisconsin with best-by dates of 9/15/12 or 9/16/12.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed this product could potentially be affected, as Salmonella can cause serious illness in people of all ages.

What to do

Check your freezer for the SYSCO Imperial Fruit Variety Chunk product with UPC 1007 4865593493 and best-by dates 9/15/12 or 9/16/12 (lot codes 130249 or 130250). Do not eat this product; throw it away or return it to your retailer. Contact G.O. Fresh or your healthcare provider if you develop symptoms of Salmonella infection such as diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramps.

Product

SYSCO Imperial 2232734 4/5# FRUIT VARIETY CHUNK 3/4" 130249 & 130250 BEST BY 9/15/12 & 9/16/12, UPC# 1007 4865593493.

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