Kale — Class I food recall F-2011-2016
Terminated recall by Pearson Foods Inc., reported 2016-09-07, distributed in IL, MI, WI. Pearson Foods Corporation is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packaged Kale products because they may
| Recall number | F-2011-2016 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Food |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Pearson Foods Inc., Grand Rapids, MI, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2016-05-09 |
| Classified | 2016-08-29 |
| Reported by FDA | 2016-09-07 |
| Terminated | 2017-03-30 |
| Distributed | IL, MI, WI |
| Reason classes | microbial contamination |
| Pathogens | salmonella |
| Expiration dates | 2016-05-07 |
Product
Kale, 4/ 1 lb, & 1 /2 lb shredded packaged in plastic, keep refrigerated
Reason for recall
Pearson Foods Corporation is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packaged Kale products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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