FDAClass IJanuary 16, 2013

Cherry tomatoes recall: Salmonella

Cherry tomatoes packaged in 1 pint clear, plastic clamshells. The clamshells are packaged either 9/1-pint clamshells or 12/1-pint clamshells per case.

Why was Cherry tomatoes recalled?

The recalled cherry tomatoes are associated with the Rio Queen Citrus, Inc. recall received on November 12, 2012 and used in the packaging of certain lots of Capital Brand Clamshell Cherry tomatoes have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

P96290001 date code: 4604 P96330002 date code: 4605 P96477001 date code: 4606 P96368001 date code: 4605 P96500001 date code: 4701 P96313001 date code: 4604 P96330007 date code: 4605 P96290006 date code: 4604 P96500006 date code: 4701

Product
Cherry tomatoes packaged in 1 pint clear, plastic clamshells. The clamshells are packaged either 9/1-pint clamshells or 12/1-pint clamshells per case.
Recalling firm
Capital City Fruit Co.
Quantity
283/9/1-pint clamshell cases and 190/12/1-pint clamshell cases
Distribution
The product was distributed to IA, MO, NE, MN and WI.
Recall date
January 16, 2013
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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