FDAClass ISeptember 5, 2012

Pico de Gallo salsa recall: Salmonella

Pico de Gallo salsa, 2 lbs pouch, packaged in a case of 5/2 lbs. Product labeling reads in part:" REAL MEX FOODS ITEM # 15102 "MILD" PICO DE GALLO*** PACK SIZE: 5/2 LBS. NET WEIGHT: 10 LBS Real Mex Foods 3305 Vernon Ave. Vernon, Ca 90058***".

Why was Pico de Gallo salsa recalled?

The firm recalled because products manufactured used the cilantro recalled by their supplier has 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?

Use by 08/20/12 and 08/21/12. Item number 15102. UPC 7 58897 15102 1.

Product
Pico de Gallo salsa, 2 lbs pouch, packaged in a case of 5/2 lbs. Product labeling reads in part:" REAL MEX FOODS ITEM # 15102 "MILD" PICO DE GALLO*** PACK SIZE: 5/2 LBS. NET WEIGHT: 10 LBS Real Mex Foods 3305 Vernon Ave. Vernon, Ca 90058***".
Recalling firm
Real Mex Foods
Quantity
37 cases
Distribution
Distribution to food service such as restaurants.
Recall date
September 5, 2012
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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