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Gills Onions, LLC
Recall #F-1857-2012 · Initiated 2012-07-17
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Gills Onions is recalling red onion puree and other onion products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This is a precautionary measure affecting products distributed nationwide and in Canada.
Who is at risk
Everyone should be cautious, but pregnant women, young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems face higher risks from Listeria infection.
What to do
Check your home for any Gills Onions red onion puree or onion/celery mixes and do not eat them. If you have these products, throw them away or contact the store where you bought them for a refund.
Product
Red Onion Puree, 38lbs, "Gills Onions" label, no UPC.
Reason for recall
Gills Onions is recalling diced and slivered red and yellow onions and diced celery and onion mix because they may be contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
787,457 lbs total
Distribution
Nationwide in the US and to Canada
Lot / code info
USA Lot code: all lots on or before August 3, 2012.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
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.