McCain Foods USA

Recall #F-0234-2019 · Initiated 2018-10-13

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What happened

McCain Foods USA recalled diced organic onions because the company released products for sale even after preliminary tests suggested possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella bacteria, without confirming the results first.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could potentially be affected, though people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, young children, and elderly individuals face higher risks from these bacteria.

What to do

Check if you have Jon-Lin NatureSmart sautéed diced organic onions in 25 lb. containers; if so, do not use them and contact the manufacturer or your retailer. If you recently consumed this product and develop symptoms like fever, nausea, or diarrhea, contact your healthcare provider.

Product

Saut¿ed 3/8" Diced Organic Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

Reason for recall

During an internal audit at the manufacturing location, it was discovered that finished product had been released on numerous occasions after receiving presumptive positive test results for Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella; confirmation was not conducted.

Quantity affected

9668 cases

Distribution

US and Canada, China, Korea and Mexico

Lot / code info

All products shipped on or after January 1, 2016 Batch numbers: 1002200050 1002201565 1002239185 1002325300 1002330858 1002332312 1002778707 1002801550 1002812013 1001567768 1001592433 1001593991 1001624384

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2019-11-01