The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-1242-2026·Announced 2026-08-26

Coast Tropical Jalapeno Peppers Recalled for Potential Salmonella Javiana Contamination

Coast Citrus Distributors is recalling bulk jalapeno peppers due to potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The product was distributed to wholesale distributors and has not been sold at retail.

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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score (5).

Plain-English summary

Coast Citrus Distributors is recalling 53,760 cases of bulk jalapeno peppers packaged in generic Coast Tropical cardboard packaging. The recall is due to potential contamination with Salmonella Javiana. The affected product is identified by pack dates ranging from July 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026. Specific UPCs associated with the recall include 73296608113, 73296600558, 73296610927, 73296600559, 732966107055, and 02060042710.

The product was distributed primarily to wholesale distributors in central and east coast states, with further distribution nationwide. The peppers are packaged in bulk containers intended for further processing. As of August 10, 2026, no retail distribution has been identified.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific pack dates and UPCs listed above. If the product is found, it should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. The recall is classified as FDA Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

The recalled product

Product
Jalapeno Pepper packaged in bulk generic Coast Tropical cardboard packaging. Packaged in assorted bulk package sizes (10lbs, 40lbs, 35lbs, 20lbs, 38lbs 1 1/9 Bushel) ; Product of MX; Coast Tropical TX UPCs 73296608113; 73296600558; 73296610927; 73296600559; 732966107055; 02060042
Affected units
53,760

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.