The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0520-2023·Announced 2023-03-22

Tuna Finger Sandwiches Recalled Due to Listeria Contamination Risk

Fresh Creative Cuisine has recalled Albacore Tuna Finger Sandwiches due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects 89 units distributed to 11 states including Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York.

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: FDA Class I classification establishes a minimum severity of 4 per the rubric. Listeria monocytogenes is a recognized high-risk pathogen. No illnesses have been reported in the source text, but the FDA Class I designation combined with the high-risk nature of the pathogen justifies the Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Fresh Creative Cuisine, Albacore Tuna Finger Sandwiches (6.5 oz, UPC 813141025777) are being recalled. A total of 89 units have been identified for recall.

The products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacterium. The recall was initiated on February 3, 2023.

The recalled product was sold from January 24 through January 30, 2023, and was distributed to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, Washington DC, New Jersey, North Carolina, Connecticut, South Carolina, Virginia, and Massachusetts.

The recalled product

Product
Fresh Creative Cuisine, Albacore Tuna Finger Sandwiches, Net . Wt. 6.5 Oz. Single Serving, Mylar Wrap, Keep refrigerated
Manufacturer
FRESH IDEATION FOOD GROUP, LLC dba Fresh Creative Cuisine
Category
Food — Ready-to-Eat Sandwich
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)

  • UPC Code : 813141025777

Distribution

Distributed in 11 states:

  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • MA
  • MD
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NY
  • PA
  • SC
  • VA

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