The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0347-2025·Announced 2025-01-08

King Kullen Papaya Chunks recalled for potential Listeria contamination

King Kullen brand Papaya Chunks are being recalled due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the affected product.

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: Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen specified in the recall rubric. No illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text, meeting the criteria for High (3) severity for high-risk pathogen contamination without reported illness.

Plain-English summary

King Kullen brand Papaya Chunks, UPC 85316-10411, in 12 oz plastic containers are being recalled. The affected product has Sell By dates between 11/11/2024 and 11/21/2024. Approximately 3681 cases were distributed in Connecticut and New York.

The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should not consume the affected product and should discard it. Anyone who has consumed the product and experiences symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical attention.

The recalled product

Product
a.) King Kullen brand Papaya Chunks; UPC: 85316-10411; 12 oz plastic container
Manufacturer
Gracie's Kitchens Inc.
Category
Food — Fresh Fruit
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)

  • a.) Sell By Dates: 11/11-11/21/24

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • CT
  • NY

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