FDAClass IFebruary 25, 2015

Caramel Apples recall: Listeria

Caramel Apples packaged in the following configurations with Best By date range - 8/25-11/23/2014, Responsible firm name on label is Happy Apple Inc., Washington, MO., and Orosi, CA.,: Happy Apples Simply Caramel Value 3 Pack, Net Wt. 9 oz., Happy Apples Simply Caramel 4 Pack, Net Wt. 14 oz., Happy Apples Simply Double Caramel Value 3 Pack, Net Wt. 11.25 oz., Happy Apples Double Caramel, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Happy Apples Simply Caramel Net Wt. 3.5oz., and Kroger, Simply Caramel, 3 Apples, Net Wt. 9 oz., with Best By date range - 9/15-11/18/2014,

Why was Caramel Apples recalled?

CDC epidemiologists have linked an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illness to caramel apples.

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?

Best by: 8/25-11/23/2014 Kroger Best By - 9/15-11/18/2014

Product
Caramel Apples packaged in the following configurations with Best By date range - 8/25-11/23/2014, Responsible firm name on label is Happy Apple Inc., Washington, MO., and Orosi, CA.,: Happy Apples Simply Caramel Value 3 Pack, Net Wt. 9 oz., Happy Apples Simply Caramel 4 Pack, Net Wt. 14 oz., Happy Apples Simply Double Caramel Value 3 Pack, Net Wt. 11.25 oz., Happy Apples Double Caramel, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Happy Apples Simply Caramel Net Wt. 3.5oz., and Kroger, Simply Caramel, 3 Apples, Net Wt. 9 oz., with Best By date range - 9/15-11/18/2014,
Recalling firm
Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc
Quantity
single apple pkg - 131/48 count/cases, 3,787/24 count/cases, 2,218/12 count cases and triple apple pkg - 5,047/12 count/cases, 428/6 count/cases
Distribution
Product distributed to AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, OR, UT and Canada
Recall date
February 25, 2015
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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