Dole Recalls Hearts of Romaine Due to Low Chlorine Wash Levels
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling Hearts of Romaine because a critical control point deviation resulted in low levels of chlorine during the wash process.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric indicates is typically a score of 1 or 2. The hazard involves a process deviation (low chlorine) without reported illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate, precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is voluntarily recalling Hearts of Romaine, a fresh product packaged in 9-ounce plastic bags. The recall was initiated due to a Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with the wash process, specifically low levels of chlorine used during washing. The affected product was sent to the distribution chain.
The recall involves 480 bags of product (6 bags per case across 80 cases). The product is identified by the codes B104020, B104021, and BIUB 4/30/2020. The firm notified the agency that 4 pallets of the affected product were distributed to two different distribution locations in Iowa and Kansas. The source text notes that a related Caesar Salad product was distributed to Illinois, Mississippi, Minnesota, and North Dakota, but the recalled product never reached intended retail locations as distributors were notified before shipment.
Consumers who have purchased the affected Hearts of Romaine should check their packages for the specific codes listed above. If the product matches the description and codes, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Hearts of Romaine. Product is fresh and packaged in 9 ounce (255g) plastic bags.
- Manufacturer
- Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
- Category
- Food — Fresh Produce
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 (3)
- B104020
- B104021
- BIUB 4/30/2020
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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