Red Leaf Lettuce was shipped in card board boxes that are labeled with the firm name "Howard Calcagno, Aurora, OR 97002".
Recalled by Howard Calcagno Farms on Aug 13, 2018
Recall Summary
Howard Calcagno Farms recalled Red Leaf Lettuce was shipped in card board boxes that are labeled with the firm name "Howard Calcagno, Aurora, OR 97002". in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Aug 13, 2018.
The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Red Leaf Lettuce is recalled due to a potential for contamination with Cyclospora cayetanensis."
The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "distributed in Oregon." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Aurora, OR. The recall covers 2 dozens of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Sep 5, 2018), 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
Red Leaf Lettuce is recalled due to a potential for contamination with Cyclospora cayetanensis.
Product Description
Red Leaf Lettuce was shipped in card board boxes that are labeled with the firm name "Howard Calcagno, Aurora, OR 97002".
Distribution
distributed in Oregon
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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