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Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
Recall #F-2099-2012 · Initiated 2012-08-22
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Dole Italian Blend salad mix has been recalled because testing found Listeria bacteria in the product. This recall affects 10 oz bags sold in seven southeastern states.
Who is at risk
People with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, and young children should be especially cautious, though anyone can get sick from Listeria.
What to do
Check your refrigerator for Dole Italian Blend with UPC 7143000819 and throw it away. Do not eat it. If you've consumed this product and develop symptoms like fever, muscle aches, or digestive issues, contact your doctor.
Product
Dole Italian Blend; Romaine, Radicchio; 10 oz plastic bag (283g); UPC:7143000819. Dole, Monterey, CA 93942.
Reason for recall
USDA MDP program collected samples of finished product Dole Italian Blend and had positive sample results for Listeria Monocytogenes.
Quantity affected
1039 cases
Distribution
Distributors in FL, NC, PA, SC, VA, MD and AL
Lot / code info
Code number 0049N2202008. Best by Date of August 20, 2012.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Press Release
Terminated
2012-09-27
Recalling firm
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
2959 Salinas Hwy
Monterey, CA 93940-6400
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.