Recall record at a glance
| Official record | F-0568-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Food Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Sofia Produce, LLC |
| Report date | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 6, 2023 |
| Quantity | 12,706 boxes original recall. 5,649 boxes for the expanded recall. Totaling 18,335 boxes. |
| Location | Nogales, AZ, United States |
Official product description
Whole cantaloupe, Brand name Malichita 11 count carton, 8 count carton, 9 count carton, 15 count carton d. Container description; Red Corrugated Paper Carton or Black Plastic RPC.
Why the product was recalled
The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Distribution information
Customers are located in the United States & Canada. There is no distribution to US Government agencies or departments. Product was distributed to consignees in the following states: California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Washington D.C.
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
What to do next
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