The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-2456-2017·Announced 2017-07-19

Publix Tropical Fruit Medley Recalled for Possible Listeria Presence

Publix is recalling Tropical Fruit Medley due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should discard the product.

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: The recall involves a high-risk pathogen (Listeria monocytogenes) without reported illness, which meets the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Publix Bakery Plant is recalling Publix Tropical Fruit Medley, NET WT. 5.7 OZ (161.6g), due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The product was packaged and distributed by Publix Super Markets, Inc., in Lakeland, FL.

The recall involves 1015 cases, totaling 12,168 units. The source text indicates that all lots are affected and that the product was distributed domestically only.

Consumers who have purchased this product should discard it or return it to the place of purchase. Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen that can cause serious illness, particularly in vulnerable populations.

The recalled product

Product
Publix Tropical Fruit Medley, NET WT. 5.7 OZ (161.6g), Packaged and Distributed by Publix Super Markets, Inc., Lakeland, FL 33802
Manufacturer
Publix Bakery Plant
Category
Food — 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 (1)

  • All lots.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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