Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. containe...
FDA Recall #F-2274-2016 — Class I — June 22, 2016
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | F-2274-2016 |
| Date Initiated | June 22, 2016 |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | Terminated |
| Type | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Product Type | Food |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Gilbert Foods Inc. |
| Location | Hanover, MD |
Product Description
Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per package: 1 Units per case: 6 containers per case Package Type: clear plastic container
Reason for Recall
Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad . The co-packer of the product, Marys Harvest Fresh Foods , notified us that the peas that were used in Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad are a part of National Frozen Foods Corporations voluntary recall. Because potentially contaminated peas were used in the Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad , there is the risk that the entire container of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes, is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. There have been no reported illnesses or complaints attributed to the recalled items to date.Product is shipped directly to the consumer through Amazon Fresh.
Classification
Class I — A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Distribution Pattern
Product was distributed through Amazon Fresh in the Bellevue, Washington area. Shelf life of the product is 7 days and the last affected lot expires on 06/20/16. There is an estimate of less than 2 edible cases of product left out in the public. This is based upon the expiration date of the last lot produced. The last lot produced had an expiration date of 06/20/16. Product is shipped directly to the consumers home. There are no government or military accounts associated with this product. This product had one direct account by way of Amazon Fresh. Amazon Fresh phone number is (866) 380-0525.
Product Quantity
27 Cases
Product Codes / Lot Numbers
Use by dates of 04/15/16 to 06/20/16. UPC # 6637511772
What Should You Do?
Stop consuming this product immediately. Check your home for the recalled item and dispose of it safely. If you experienced a health issue after consuming this product, contact your doctor and report it to the FDA MedWatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stop consuming the product immediately and do not donate or give it to others. Check the recall notice above for specific disposal or return instructions. Many food recalls ask you to throw the product away and retain the packaging for a possible refund from the retailer. If you purchased it online, check your order history — some retailers send recall notifications directly to customers. You do not need a receipt to report an issue or seek a refund; the fact of purchase is typically sufficient.
Listeria monocytogenes is one of the most serious foodborne pathogens. Unlike most bacteria, Listeria can grow at refrigerator temperatures (below 40°F), meaning refrigerating a contaminated product does not stop the risk. Symptoms can appear 1 to 4 weeks after eating contaminated food and may include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, and loss of balance. Listeriosis is particularly dangerous for pregnant women — infection can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or premature delivery. If you consumed this recalled product and are in a high-risk group (pregnant, elderly, or immunocompromised), contact your doctor immediately even if you feel well.
Report foodborne illnesses and adverse food reactions to the FDA through the MedWatch Safety Reporting Portal at FDA.gov, or by calling 1-800-332-1088. You can also report issues directly to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal at SafetyReporting.hhs.gov. If you believe there is an immediate public health risk, contact your local health department. Your report helps the FDA identify contamination patterns, initiate recalls faster, and protect other consumers from the same hazard. Include as much detail as possible: the product name, lot code, purchase date and location, and a description of your symptoms or findings.
The FDA assigns a status to each recall action throughout its lifecycle. "Ongoing" means the recall is active — the firm is still working to remove the product from commerce and notify consumers. "Completed" means the recall strategy has been implemented and the FDA has determined that the recalling firm has taken all appropriate steps to remove the product. "Terminated" means the FDA has reviewed the results and concluded the recall is complete. Even if a recall is marked as completed or terminated, you should still discard any recalled products you find at home — the recall status refers to the firm's compliance actions, not the safety of product still in consumers' possession.