The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1709-2024·Announced 2024-08-21

Green peppers recalled due to potential Listeria contamination

RS Hanline and Company Inc is recalling Freshire Farms green peppers due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects 850 cases distributed across nine states.

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: This is an FDA Class I recall, which meets the critical criterion. Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen with serious potential health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Freshire Farms green peppers packaged in bags of 3 peppers (16 bags per case) are being recalled by RS Hanline and Company Inc due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

The recall affects 850 cases bearing Lot No. 27589. These were distributed to Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, Illinois, and Michigan.

Consumers who have this product should not consume it.

The recalled product

Product
Freshire Farms - Green Peppers packaged in plastic bags containing 3 peppers, 16 bags per case
Manufacturer
RS Hanline and Company Inc
Category
Food — Produce
Hazard
  • 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)

  • Lot Nos. 27589

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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