The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0324-2024·Announced 2023-11-15

Little Bear Fresh Kale Recalled for Possible Listeria Contamination

Little Bear Fresh Kale from Safeway Fresh Foods LLC is being recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects 191 cases distributed in Texas.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification indicates the FDA has determined that serious adverse health consequence or death is reasonably probable as a result of use of the product. Listeria monocytogenes is a known pathogenic bacterium associated with serious illness in at-risk populations.

Plain-English summary

Little Bear Fresh Kale, 16-ounce packages, is being recalled by Safeway Fresh Foods LLC due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, indicating a serious potential health hazard.

The recalled product includes 191 cases with expiration dates of October 11, 2023, and October 12, 2023. All affected product was distributed in Texas.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, young children, elderly individuals, and those with compromised immune systems. Anyone experiencing symptoms of listeriosis should consult their healthcare provider. The product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Little Bear Fresh Kale, Net Wt. 16oz
Manufacturer
Safeway Fresh Foods LLC
Category
Food — Leafy Greens
Hazard
  • listeria

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)

  • Expiration Date 10/11/23 and 10/12/23

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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