The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0149-2016·Announced 2015-11-11

Earth Exotic Brussels Sprouts Recalled for Potential Listeria Contamination

A.M.S. Exotic LLC is recalling Earth Exotic Brussels Sprouts due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The product was distributed in Connecticut and South Carolina.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Additionally, Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

A.M.S. Exotic LLC is voluntarily recalling Earth Exotic Brussels Sprouts due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall includes 8 oz. (227 g) and 32 oz. (2 LBS / 907 g) packages of the product.

The affected products were distributed in the United States to Connecticut and South Carolina. There is no foreign distribution. The specific lots involved are #117536 and #117564, both with a use-by date of 09/24/15.

Consumers who have purchased these products should check their packages for the specific lot numbers and use-by dates listed above. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers should stop using it and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a refund or further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Earth Exotic Brussels Sprouts Net. Wt. 8 oz. (227 g) Net. Wt. 32 oz (2 LBS) 907 g
Manufacturer
A.M.S. Exotic Llc
Category
Food — Fresh Produce
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

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