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Class I
Harris Teeter Distribution Ctr
Recall #F-1839-2016 · Initiated 2016-05-06
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Harris Teeter Organics Corn in 16oz bags may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This is a serious concern, which is why the FDA classified it as a Class I recall.
Who is at risk
Everyone should be concerned, but especially pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria.
What to do
If you purchased Harris Teeter Organics Corn 16oz bags from stores in DC, DE, FL, MD, NC, SC, or VA, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to the store. Contact your doctor if you experience symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal issues.
Product
Harris Teeter Organics Corn, 16oz bags (product labeling not available).
Reason for recall
Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
603 cases (12/16oz bags per case)
Distribution
DC, DE, FL, MD, NC, SC and VA.
Lot / code info
UPC 72036 76395 Sell by Oct 01 17 SBBF
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2017-07-27
Recalling firm
Harris Teeter Distribution Ctr
200 Distribution Dr
Greensboro, NC 27410-6202
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.