The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1213-2024·Announced 2024-05-08

French's Crispy Fried Onions Recalled for Potential Staphylococcus Growth

McCormick & Company is recalling French's Crispy Fried Onions due to potential growth of Staphylococcus aureus. The affected product was distributed to consumers in Arizona and Illinois.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall involving potential contamination with Staphylococcus aureus, a high-risk foodborne pathogen. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, which classifies this at the High severity level per the rubric's criterion for high-risk pathogens without reported illness.

Plain-English summary

McCormick & Company, Inc. is recalling French's Crispy Fried Onions Original in 6-ounce units due to potential growth of Staphylococcus aureus.

The product was distributed to consumers in Arizona and Illinois. Affected units carry UPC code 041500220208 and have a best-by date of July 23, 2025.

The recalled product

Product
FRENCH S CRISPY FRIED ONIONS ORIG 16/6 OZ, Case Pack - 16/6 OZ,
Manufacturer
McCormick & Company, Inc.- Consumer Product Division
Category
Food — Spices and Condiments
Hazard
  • staphylococcus-aureus

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)

  • UPC : 041500220208
  • Best buy July 23
  • 2025

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • AZ
  • IL

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