The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1233-2019·Announced 2019-04-10

Allen's Wild Blueberries Recalled for E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

Allen's Blueberry Freezer, Inc. is recalling 37,800 pounds of Wild Sweet Allen's Wild Blueberries because the product tested positive for E. coli O157:H7.

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, and the source text states the product tested positive for E. coli O157:H7, a high-risk pathogen. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls are classified as Critical.

Plain-English summary

Allen's Blueberry Freezer, Inc. is recalling 37,800 pounds of Wild Sweet Allen's Wild Blueberries IQF, 30 lbs. The product is packaged in corrugated cartons and is intended to be kept frozen at zero degrees F or below.

The recall was initiated because the product tested positive for E. coli O157:H7 STEC. The affected product was distributed in Washington (WA). Specific lot codes include RP21235 2/26119, RP21236 3/1119, and RP21237 3/14/19 50 RL 1-23.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their freezers for the specific lot codes listed above. If the product is found, it should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. The source text does not specify a contact number or further instructions for consumers.

The recalled product

Product
Wild Sweet ALLEN'S BLUEBERRIES WILD BLUEBERRIES IQF 30 LBS. NET 13.6 Kg. Packaged in a corrugated carton. Keep frozen at zero degrees F or below.
Manufacturer
Allen's Blueberry Freezer, Inc.
Category
Food — Frozen Fruit
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 (3)

  • RP21235 2/26119
  • RP21236 3/1119
  • RP21237 3/14/19 50 RL 1-23

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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