Oregon Potato Company

Recall #F-1944-2016 · Initiated 2016-04-06

Plain-language summary

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What happened

Oregon Potato Company recalled fresh white onion strips because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recall affects bulk products distributed to food service and commercial customers across multiple states and countries.

Who is at risk

Everyone can get sick from Listeria, but pregnant people, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness.

What to do

If you purchased these onion strips (item number 105196), do not use them—throw them away or return them to your supplier. Check with restaurants or food services you frequent to see if they received this product, and contact your doctor if you develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or gastrointestinal issues.

Product

3/8" White Onion Strip-FRESH, item number 105196, bulk totes, net wt. 1200 lbs.

Reason for recall

3/8" White Onion Strip-FRESH was voluntarily recalled because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Quantity affected

51,988 lbs.

Distribution

AZ, CA, CO, GA, IN, KY, LA, MA, MI, NJ, OH, OR, TN, TX, UT, WA, WI, and in CANADA and IRELAND

Lot / code info

LOT number: 161B077

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated