Fresh Express Kit Caesar Supreme Recalled for E. coli O26 Contamination
Fresh Express is recalling Kit Caesar Supreme salad kits due to potential contamination with Escherichia coli STEC O26.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).
Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of 5 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Fresh Express Incorporated is recalling Fresh Express Kit Caesar Supreme bagged salad kits. The product consists of Romaine Lettuce, Creamy Caesar Dressing, Italian Artisan Cheeses, and Savory Garlic Croutons, with a total net weight of 10.5oz (298g).
The recall is being issued because the product is potentially contaminated with Escherichia coli STEC O26. The affected product was distributed domestically. The specific product code is S296 with a Use by Date of NOV 8 20 and UPC Code 0 7127930104 4. The quantity involved is 4,782 cases, with 6 bags per case.
Consumers should check their pantries for this specific product and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase. Do not consume the product if it matches the description and codes listed above.
The recalled product
- Product
- FRESH EXPRESS KIT CAESAR SUPREME, Romaine Lettuce, Creamy Caesar Dressing, Italian Artisan Cheeses, Savory Garlic Croutons, Total Net WT. 10.5oz (298g)
- Manufacturer
- Fresh Express Incorpated
- Category
- Food — Prepared Salads
- 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)
- Product Code S296 Use by Date NOV 8 20 UPC Code 0 7127930104 4
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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