The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0029-2021·Announced 2020-10-28

Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa Recalled for High pH Levels

Desert Premium Group is recalling Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa because one batch had a recorded equilibrium pH of 6.65.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a pH level (6.65) that is high enough to potentially support the growth of harmful pathogens in a low-acid food, representing a significant risk of harm even without reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Desert Premium Group, LLC is recalling Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa, 12 oz. jars. The product is distributed and sold exclusively by Trader Joe's in Monrovia, CA. The recall involves 680 cases, totaling 8,160 12 oz. jars, which were packed into trays of 12 and shrink-wrapped.

The recall was initiated because one batch of the salsa had a recorded equilibrium pH of 6.65. The affected product has a 'Best if Used By' date of 04/06/2022 and a code ranging from D040620 10:36:00 through D040620 13:10:00. The product was distributed nationwide from two distribution centers in California.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantry for the specific UPC (0053 6806) and the 'Best if Used By' date of 04/06/2022. If the product matches these details, consumers should stop using it and contact the retailer or manufacturer for instructions on disposal or refund.

The recalled product

Product
Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa, 12 oz. jars packed into trays of 12 and shrink-wrapped, UPC: 0053 6806, Dist. & Sold Exclusively By: Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA 91016
Manufacturer
Desert Premium Group, LLC
Category
Food — Salsa
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • D040620 10:36:00 through D040620 13:10:00 Best if Used By 04/06/2022

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

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