The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0109-2021·Announced 2020-11-18

Dole Recalls Coleslaw Products Due to Cleaning Process Deviation

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. is recalling specific lots of Aldi and Kroger coleslaw due to a deviation in the wash process that left some product outside company control.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates a remote probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard is a process deviation without reported illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. is recalling 962 cases of Aldi Little Salad Bar Classis Coleslaw and Kroger brand Coleslaw. The recall involves 14 oz. and 16 oz. plastic bags of coleslaw containing green cabbage and carrots. The affected products were distributed in Ohio, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Michigan.

The recall was initiated due to a deviation in the Critical Control Point (CCP) associated with the wash process. This deviation resulted in a portion of the affected product leaving company control. Specific lot codes and best-by dates are listed in the product information.

Consumers who have purchased these specific products should check their lot codes and best-by dates against the recall details. If the product matches the recalled lots, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the retailer or the recalling firm for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Aldi Little Salad Bar Classis Coleslaw (Green cabbage and carrots), 14 oz. plastic bag UPC:0-414498-30217-7 Kroger brand Coleslaw (Green cabbage and carrots) 16 oz. plastic bag UPC: 0-11110-91040-0
Affected units
962

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 (5)

  • Aldi
  • Lot codes W29108A
  • W29108B
  • W29108C Best By 11-5-2020 Kroger: Lot W291007
  • Best by 11-5-200

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states: