Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc

Recall #F-0238-2023 · Initiated 2022-11-28

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What happened

Dole Premium Kit Southwest Salad kits were recalled because a cleaning chemical (foam detergent) was accidentally used in the vegetable washing process instead of the correct cleaning solution. This happened when extra foam developed during washing of certain organic vegetables.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased these salad kits in the affected states (AL, CT, FL, GA, LA, MA, MD, NC, NY, PA, SC, VA) should be aware, though the risk is considered low (Class III classification).

What to do

Check if you have this product by looking for UPC 7143001701. If you do, do not eat it—either throw it away or return it to the store. Contact Dole or your retailer with questions about your specific purchase.

Product

Dole Premium Kit Southwest Salad Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Tortilla Strips, Taco Ranch Dressing, White Cheddar, Red Cabbage, Radishes, Carrots Thoroughly Washed Perishable/Keep Refrigerated Salad & Toppings NET WT: 10.6 OZ (301 g) Dressing NET: 2.2 FL OZ (86 mL) Total NET WT: 13.0 OZ (369 g) UPC 7143001701

Reason for recall

Incorrect chemical added into wash systems when certain organic loads of vegetables start to create excessive foaming. The incorrect chemical added was a lot of foam detergent.

Quantity affected

6451 cases (total)

Distribution

U.S. distribution to the following: AL, CT, FL, GA, LA, MA, MD, NC, NY, PA, SC, VA No foreign distribution.

Lot / code info

N330001, N330002, and N330008

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

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

Terminated

2023-01-17