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Gills Onions, LLC
Recall #F-1541-2012 · Initiated 2012-05-19
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Gills Onions is recalling 1/4" diced red onions (5 lb bags, lot #51RDA1A2119) because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. The contamination was discovered through testing by Canadian food inspectors.
Who is at risk
People with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, older adults, and young children are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria, though anyone can potentially get sick.
What to do
If you have this product, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store. Check your pantry for lot #51RDA1A2119 on 5 lb bags of Gills Onions diced red onions. Contact your doctor if you develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal issues.
Product
1/4" Diced Red Onions, 5 LB. Bag
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Gills Onions, LLC was informed by FDA of lab results from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency that diced red onions with lot # 51RDA1A2119 may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
2,360 lbs total
Distribution
Worldwide to: Canada and nationwide to: retailers and foodservice distributors in California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Idaho, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, Arkansas, Ohio, Tennessee, New Jersey, Georgia, and Florida.
Lot / code info
lot code 51RDA1A2119
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Press Release
Terminated
2012-10-25
Recalling firm
Gills Onions, LLC
1051 Pacific Ave
Oxnard, CA 93030-7254
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.