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La Mexicana LLC
Recall #F-0422-2019 · Initiated 2018-09-28
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
La Mexicana Cantina Salsa has been recalled because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The recall affects 14 oz., 24 oz., and 64 oz. jars sold across most U.S. states.
Who is at risk
Everyone can get sick from Listeria, but pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face the highest risk of serious complications.
What to do
Check your home for La Mexicana Cantina Salsa in any of the recalled sizes and throw it away, or return it to the store where you bought it. Do not eat the product. If you've eaten this salsa and develop fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal symptoms, contact your doctor.
Product
La Mexicana Cantina Salsa 14 oz., 24 oz., and 64 oz.
Reason for recall
Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Quantity affected
780,000 units (total)
Distribution
U.S. distribution to the following: CA, UT, AZ, KS, NE, LA, WI, IN, MA, KY, NY, PA, OR, CT, NC, CO, GA, FL, WA, IL, TX, and ID. No foreign distribution.
Lot / code info
Sell by date between September 28, 2018 and November 19, 2018.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2018-11-27
Recalling firm
La Mexicana LLC
4601 Pacific Blvd
Vernon, CA 90058-2209
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Other recalls from La Mexicana LLC
La Mexicana Mild Salsa 16 oz., 24 oz., 48 oz., 64 oz., and 128 oz. Gourmet Style Mild Salsa 16 oz. and 24 oz.
La Mexicana Peach Mango Salsa 16 oz., 24 oz., and 64 oz.
La Mexicana (Pico with) Guacamole 10 oz..
La Mexicana Medium Salsa 16 oz., 24 oz., 48 oz., 64 oz., and 128 oz. Gourmet Style Medium Salsa 16 oz.