The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1209-2015·Announced 2015-02-25

Del Monte Apple Slices Recalled for Listeria Contamination Risk

Del Monte is recalling Snack Pack Apple Slices with Caramel Dip due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The product was distributed in California.

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: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which per the rubric mandates a score of at least 4, and the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen, in a ready-to-eat product typically warrants the highest severity level due to the potential for serious health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Del Monte Fresh Produce North America, Inc. is recalling 753 units of Del Monte Snack Pack Apple Slices w. Litehouse Caramel Dip, 5 ounces. The recall is issued because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The affected product is identified by UPC 7-17524-71943-0 and specific lot numbers including 8252108, 8256108, and others listed in the official notice. The distribution pattern indicates the product was sold in California (CA).

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot numbers and UPC. If found, they should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause serious illness, particularly in pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The recalled product

Product
Del Monte Snack Pack Apple Slices w. Litehouse Caramel Dip 5 ounces UPC: 7-17524-71943-0
Manufacturer
Del Monte Fresh Produce North America, Inc
Category
Food — Fruit / Ready-to-Eat
Hazard
Affected units
753

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 (20)

  • Lot # 8252108
  • 8256108
  • 8260108
  • 8262108
  • 8267108
  • 8259108
  • 8274108
  • 8246108
  • 8247108
  • 8248108
  • 8249108
  • 8251108
  • 8254108
  • 8255108
  • 8258108
  • 8261108
  • 8265108
  • 8266108
  • 8268108
  • 8269108

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Del Monte Fresh Produce North America, 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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