The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0014-2022·Announced 2021-10-20

Buurma Farms Plain Parsley Recalled for Potential E. Coli Contamination

Buurma Farms Inc is recalling Plain Parsley (Flat Parsley) bunches due to potential contamination with E. coli. The affected product was distributed to Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, New York, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall involving E. coli, a high-risk pathogen. Although no reported illnesses or injuries are stated in the source text, E. coli contamination in fresh produce presents a significant risk of harm to consumers.

Plain-English summary

Buurma Farms Inc is recalling Plain Parsley (Flat Parsley) in PLU twist tie or banded bunches (30 count in cardboard cartons or 60 count in wooden crates) due to potential contamination with E. coli.

The recalled product was distributed to consumers in Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, New York, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania. Affected units can be identified by UPC 3338380125, Harvest Lot 2A242A6, GTIN 00032958701050, Lot Number 2B243A6, and PLU 4901.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Those who have consumed the affected parsley and experience symptoms of E. coli infection should contact their healthcare provider. Retailers should remove the product from shelves.

The recalled product

Product
Buurma Farms Plain Parsley (Flat Parsley) PLU twist tie or banded bunches 30ct in cardboard cartons 60ct in wooden crates
Manufacturer
Buurma Farms Inc
Category
Food — Produce / Fresh Herbs
Hazard
  • e-coli
  • bacterial-contamination

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

  • IL
  • MI
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • SC

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