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Apple Foods, Inc.
Recall #F-0874-2019 · Initiated 2018-12-20
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Apple Foods is recalling 5-pound bags of diced onions because they were packaged in a way that could allow harmful bacteria called Clostridium botulinum to grow. The packaging instructions didn't clearly specify the proper refrigeration temperature needed to prevent this.
Who is at risk
Anyone who purchased this product in Oregon is potentially at risk, as consuming affected onions could cause serious illness.
What to do
If you have Apple Foods brand diced onions in 5-pound vacuum-sealed bags, do not eat them. Throw them away or return them to the store where you bought them. Check your freezer and refrigerator, as you may have forgotten about them.
Product
Diced Onions, packaged in vacuum sealed clear polybags, 5 pounds each, four packages per case. Product is sold under brand name Apple Foods. This product distributed with the words "Keep Refrigerated" on case labels but it does not instruct to keep refrigerated under 38 F. There are no labels on individual bags.
Reason for recall
Raw diced onions, packaged in vacuum bags, are recalled due to a potential for Clostridium botulinum growth and toxin formation.
Quantity affected
162/5 lb. bags
Distribution
distributed in Oregon
Lot / code info
No codes
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Telephone
Terminated
2019-02-11
Recalling firm
Apple Foods, Inc.
444 SE Caruthers St
Portland, OR 97214-4542
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.
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