Dole Chopped Kit Chipotle & Cheddar Green Leaf Lettuce — Class III food recall F-0233-2023
Terminated recall by Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc, reported 2023-01-18, distributed in AL, CT, FL, GA, LA, MA, MD, NC…. Incorrect chemical added into wash systems when certain organic loads of vegetables start to create excessive
| Recall number | F-0233-2023 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Food |
| Classification | Class III |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc, Monterey, CA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2022-11-28 |
| Classified | 2023-01-10 |
| Reported by FDA | 2023-01-18 |
| Terminated | 2023-01-17 |
| Distributed | AL, CT, FL, GA, LA, MA, MD, NC, NY, PA, SC, VA |
| Quantity | 6,451 cases |
| Reason classes | chemical contamination |
Product
Dole Chopped Kit Chipotle & Cheddar Green Leaf Lettuce, Green Cabbage, Kale, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Green Onions, White Cheddar, Chipotle Ranch Dressing, Tortilla Strips Thoroughly Washed Perishable/Keep Refrigerated Salad & Topping NET WT: 9.75 OZ (276 g) Dressing NET: 2.1 FL OZ (62 mL) Total NET WT: 12.0 OZ (340 g) UPC 7143000031
Reason for recall
Incorrect chemical added into wash systems when certain organic loads of vegetables start to create excessive foaming. The incorrect chemical added was a lot of foam detergent.
Machine access
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