Apple Foods, Inc.

Recall #F-0875-2019 · Initiated 2018-12-20

Plain-language summary

by FoodRecallsDB.info

What happened

Apple Foods is recalling diced carrots and carrot sticks sold in 5-pound vacuum-sealed bags because the packaging instructions don't specify the proper cold temperature needed to prevent bacterial growth. This creates a potential risk for botulism, a serious foodborne illness.

Who is at risk

Anyone who purchased these products in Oregon should be concerned, as botulism can affect all consumers.

What to do

If you have Apple Foods brand diced carrots or carrot sticks in 5-pound bags, do not eat them. Either discard the product or return it to the store where you purchased it for a refund.

Product

Diced Carrots, packaged in vacuum sealed clear polybags, 5 pounds each, four packages per case. Product is sold under brand name Apple Foods. Carrot Sticks, 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

Diced Carrots and Carrot Sticks, packaged in vacuum bags, are recalled due to a potential for Clostridium botulinum growth and toxin formation.

Quantity affected

79/5 lb. bags Diced Carrots; 244/5 lb. bags of Carrot Sticks

Distribution

distributed in Oregon

Lot / code info

No codes

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone