FDAClass IFebruary 25, 2015

Caramel Apple recall: Listeria

Caramel Apple packaged topped with colored sprinkles 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 Oro si, CA.,: Happy Apples Wacky, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Happy Apples Spooky Sprinkles, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Kroger with Sprinkles, 3 Apples, Net Wt. 10.5 oz, Kroger with Sprinkles, 1 Apple, Net Wt. 3.5 oz.

Why was Caramel Apple 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

Product
Caramel Apple packaged topped with colored sprinkles 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 Oro si, CA.,: Happy Apples Wacky, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Happy Apples Spooky Sprinkles, Net Wt. 3.75 oz., Kroger with Sprinkles, 3 Apples, Net Wt. 10.5 oz, Kroger with Sprinkles, 1 Apple, Net Wt. 3.5 oz.
Recalling firm
Lochirco Fruit & Produce Inc
Quantity
single apple package - 123/48 count/cases, 6,466/24 count/cases, 472/12 count/cases and triple apple pkg - 480/12 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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