Fresh From Texas Inc.

Recall #F-0214-2017 · Initiated 2016-04-05

Plain-language summary

by FoodRecallsDB.info

What happened

Fresh From Texas Inc. is recalling three types of sliced red apple products sold at HEB stores in Texas because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recall affects 55,014 units of pre-sliced apples in various package sizes.

Who is at risk

Everyone can get sick from Listeria, but pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems face the highest risk of serious complications.

What to do

If you purchased any of these sliced apple products, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to HEB for a refund. Check your refrigerator and discard any packages matching the UPC codes listed (4122018603, 4279796149, or 4122087646). Wash your hands and any surfaces that may have touched the recalled apples.

Product

HEB Ready Fresh Go Sliced Red Apples 22.5 oz UPC 4122018603 packaged in clear plastic bag and Value Pack Sliced Apples 28 oz. UPC 4279796149 packaged in clear non-flexible plastic bowl and Large Sliced Red Apples 17 oz. UPC 4122087646 packaged in a clear non-flexible plastic container.

Reason for recall

Product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

55,014 units

Distribution

Texas

Lot / code info

Best By Date 03/16 to 04/11

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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