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Meijer Distribution, Inc
Recall #F-0246-2018 · Initiated 2017-10-20
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Meijer is recalling broccoli florets products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. The contamination was discovered by a supplier and Meijer is removing the affected products from stores as a precaution.
Who is at risk
Everyone can be affected, but pregnant women, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face more serious health risks from Listeria.
What to do
If you purchased broccoli florets from Meijer in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, or Wisconsin, do not eat them. Throw them away or return them to your Meijer store for a refund. Wash your hands and any surfaces that touched the product.
Product
Vegetable products including: BROCCOLI FLORETS 3 LB BROCCOLI FLORETS LB BROCCOLI FLORETS PLU 4548 PRE-PACKAGED BROCCOLI FLORETS BROCCOLI FLORETS 3 LB BAG
Reason for recall
Meijer Inc. is voluntarily recalling multiple processed vegetable products following a supplier's recall due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
1848 units
Distribution
Domestic Only: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI No VA/DOD
Lot / code info
Items purchased September 27, 2017 through October 20, 2017, the following UPC Codes: 0-0-4548-3, 0-72668-20001-6, 2-21234-00000-4, 7-16519-01015-6, UPC: 22952300000, Best By Date / Julian Code 10/14/17 - 271 10/16/17 - 273 10/18/17 - 275 10/19/17 - 276
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
E-Mail
Terminated
2018-01-18
Recalling firm
Meijer Distribution, Inc
2929 Walker Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544-6402
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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