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.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes in Publix Tropical Fruit Medley."
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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