Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-1539-2012 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Gills Onions, LLC |
| Report date | Jun 27, 2012 |
| Recall initiation date | May 19, 2012 |
| Quantity | 2,360 lbs total |
| Location | Oxnard, CA, United States |
Official product description
Diced Red Onions, 7oz clear plastic clamshell labeled Gills Onions with the May 17, 2012 use by date, United States UPC 6 43550 00041 2. Fresh Diced Red Onions, Oignons rouges frais, en des, 198 grams, Canadian UPC 6 43550 00045 0.
Why the product was recalled
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.
Distribution information
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.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Press Release.
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