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Class II
CHI Greenhouse
Recall #F-0212-2018 · Initiated 2017-10-20
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
BrightFarms basil products sold in Illinois and Wisconsin are being recalled because they may contain E. coli bacteria. This includes regular basil, Thai basil, and lemon basil in small packages.
Who is at risk
Anyone who purchased these basil products could be at risk, as E. coli can cause serious foodborne illness.
What to do
Check your kitchen for these BrightFarms basil packages and do not use them. If you have them, throw them away or return them to the store where you bought them. If you ate this basil and develop symptoms like diarrhea, stomach cramps, or fever, contact your doctor.
Product
BrightFarms Basil (.75 oz. and 2 oz. package); BrightFarms Thai Basil (.75 oz. package); and BrightFarms Lemon Basil (.75 oz. package)
Reason for recall
Bright Farms Inc. dba CHI Greenhouse LLC is initiating a voluntary recall of packaged produce due to the potential presence of E. coli.
Quantity affected
.75 oz Basil 727 Cases; Lemon Basil 63 cases .75 oz. ; Thai Basil 58 Cases .75 oz. ; 113 Cases 2 oz. Basil
Distribution
Domestic: ILLINOIS, WISCONSIN Foreign: None VA/DOD: None
Lot / code info
Basil products, packaged in clear plastic clamshells with best by dates located on the label of the package: 10/24/2017, 10/25/2017, 10/26/2017, and 10/27/2017.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Press Release
Terminated
2018-01-17
Recalling firm
CHI Greenhouse
600 S. Caron Rd
Rochelle, IL 61068
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.