World Food LLC.

Recall #F-0149-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-18

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What happened

World Food LLC recalled 1-pound containers of Mango Spears because the mangoes may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. The affected product was distributed in Florida in September 2012.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these Mango Spears could potentially get sick, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness.

What to do

If you have this product, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it. If you have eaten this product and develop symptoms like diarrhea, fever, or stomach cramps, contact your doctor.

Product

Mango Spears, packaged in 1 lb containers. Labeled in part: "***Mango Spears***Ingredients: Mango***Packed in its own juice***Grown in: Mexico ***"

Reason for recall

On 09/18/2012, World Foods, LLC recalled various products containing mangoes supplied from Agricola Daniella with the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Quantity affected

244 lbs/ 61 cases

Distribution

Distributed throughout FL.

Lot / code info

World Food Lot Code 011347 Best if Sold By: 09/21/2012, 09/22/2012, UPC Code 21140-01694

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Terminated

2013-05-31