The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0854-2013·Announced 2013-01-02

Taylor Farms Hearts of Romaine Lettuce Recalled for Listeria Monocytogenes

Taylor Farms is recalling specific bags of Hearts of Romaine Lettuce after a positive sample of Listeria Monocytogenes was found.

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 agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric, and the hazard involves Listeria Monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Taylor Farms Retail, Inc. is recalling 101 cases of Taylor Farms Hearts of Romaine Lettuce, All Natural, Fresh Hand Selected, Triple Washed and Ready to Enjoy. The product is sold in 10 oz. bags with UPC 0 30223 04032 3. The specific lot code is TFRS 332A09 with a Best By date of 12-13-12.

The recall was initiated after a positive environmental hygiene (IEH) sample of Listeria Monocytogenes was found. Listeria Monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen that can cause serious illness, particularly in vulnerable populations.

The affected product was distributed in California and Florida. Consumers who have this specific product in their possession should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Taylor Farms Hearts of Romaine Lettuce, All Natural, Fresh Hand Selected, Triple Washed and Ready to Enjoy. 10 oz. bags. Taylor Farms, Salinas, CA. UPC 0 30223 04032 3
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 (2)

  • Code TFRS 332A09
  • Best By 12-13-12 06:51 B

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: