The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1453-2023·Announced 2023-08-30

Romaine Lettuce Recall for Potential Deer Feces Contamination

Pearson Foods Corporation is recalling romaine lettuce due to potential contamination with deer feces. The affected product was distributed in Illinois, and consumers should not consume it.

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 recall involves potential high-risk pathogen contamination (implied by fecal contamination containing pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli O157, and Listeria) without any reported illnesses or injuries. The FDA Class II classification with biological contamination hazard justifies a High severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Pearson Foods Corporation is recalling romaine lettuce sold in 1 and 2.5-pound bags. A total of 690 units are affected. The recalled products have Best if Used By dates of 08/11 and 08/13.

The lettuce is potentially contaminated with deer feces, which presents a potential health risk due to the presence of foodborne pathogens.

The affected product was distributed in Illinois.

Consumers who have purchased this lettuce should not consume it. They should either return the product to the place of purchase or dispose of it safely. Anyone who has consumed this product and experiences symptoms of foodborne illness should seek medical attention.

The recalled product

Product
Pearson Foods Lettuce Romaine. 1, 2.5lb bag per case
Manufacturer
Pearson Foods Corporation
Category
Food — Produce / Leafy Greens
Hazard
  • fecal-contamination
  • salmonella
  • e-coli-o157
  • listeria

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 (1)

  • Best if Used By: 08/11 Best if Used By: 08/13

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • IL

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