Class ITerminated in FDA datasetRecall initiated Aug 26, 2012

Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine Crunchy and Sweet 100% Hearts of Romaine Lettuce. 10 oz.…

Recalling firm: Fresh Express Incorporated

Why it was recalled

FDA IEH sample of Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine was found positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.

Historical recall record. This is not a new recall announcement. “Terminated” describes the FDA recall process; it does not certify that an individual package is safe. FDA termination date: Feb 12, 2013.

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ProductFresh Express Hearts of Romaine Crunchy and Sweet 100% Hearts of Romaine Lettuce. 10 oz. plastic bag UPC 71279 26102. Fresh Express, Salinas, CA.
Package size10 oz

FDA code information

G222B3A; Use by August 23.

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Full FDA record and distribution details

Original product description

Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine Crunchy and Sweet 100% Hearts of Romaine Lettuce. 10 oz. plastic bag UPC 71279 26102. Fresh Express, Salinas, CA.

Original FDA recall reason

FDA IEH sample of Fresh Express Hearts of Romaine was found positive for Listeria Monocytogenes.

Recall details

Recall number
F-2131-2012
Event ID
63003
FDA status
Terminated
Initiated
Aug 26, 2012
Reported
Sep 12, 2012
Classified
Sep 6, 2012
Terminated
Feb 12, 2013
Quantity
unknown at this time
Location
Salinas, CA, United States
Initiation type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Notification
Press Release

Where it was distributed

AL, AR, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.

FDA source record · F-2131-2012

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