Italian Vegetable Blend. Product is frozen, not ready to eat, label carries cooking instruction. Label reads in part "***SIMPLOT CLASSIC*** ITALIAN BLEND*** INGREDIENTS: ZUCCHINI, CARROTS, CAULIFLOWER, ITALIAN BEANS, LIMA BEANS, RED BELL PEPPER***" For 12/2 lb UPC on proof for bag 0 71179 18875 2. Shipping Case UPC Code 10071179188759. For 20 lb. case, a blue liner is used (no UPC), Shipping Case UPC Code 10071179188872. 20 LBS. NET WT case consists of one unmarked blue poly bag. 32oz (2 LBS) - case consists of 12/32oz packages Copy of proof for bag and proof for case label provided.
Recalled by National Frozen Foods Corporation--Seattle on Jul 15, 2015
Recall Summary
National Frozen Foods Corporation--Seattle recalled Italian Vegetable Blend. in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Jul 15, 2015.
The recall was triggered by possible Listeria contamination: "Italian Vegetable Blend product is recalled due to potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes." Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures and is especially dangerous for pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.
Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "distributed nationwide," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Seattle, WA. The recall covers 215,616 lbs or 8984 cs (12/2lb) and 33140 lbs or 1657 cs (20 lbs) of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Nov 25, 2015), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.
Reason for Recall
Italian Vegetable Blend product is recalled due to potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Product Description
Italian Vegetable Blend. Product is frozen, not ready to eat, label carries cooking instruction. Label reads in part "***SIMPLOT CLASSIC*** ITALIAN BLEND*** INGREDIENTS: ZUCCHINI, CARROTS, CAULIFLOWER, ITALIAN BEANS, LIMA BEANS, RED BELL PEPPER***" For 12/2 lb UPC on proof for bag 0 71179 18875 2. Shipping Case UPC Code 10071179188759. For 20 lb. case, a blue liner is used (no UPC), Shipping Case UPC Code 10071179188872. 20 LBS. NET WT case consists of one unmarked blue poly bag. 32oz (2 LBS) - case consists of 12/32oz packages Copy of proof for bag and proof for case label provided.
Distribution
distributed nationwide
What Should You Do?
- 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
- 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
- 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
- 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.
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