FDAClass ISeptember 26, 2012

Whole Cantaloupe. Both unlabeled and labeled "MIDWEST recall: Salmonella

Whole Cantaloupe. Both unlabeled and labeled "MIDWEST BEST" PRODUCE INC. HOMEGROWN CANTALOUPE #4319 PRODUCT OF THE USA

Why was Whole Cantaloupe. Both unlabeled and labeled "MIDWEST recalled?

Chamberlain Farm Produce, Inc., of Owensville, Indiana, is voluntarily recalling all of its cantaloupes from the 2012 growing season that may remain in the marketplace. This recall is occurring because of concern some that cantaloupes may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with

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?

none or #4319

Product
Whole Cantaloupe. Both unlabeled and labeled "MIDWEST BEST" PRODUCE INC. HOMEGROWN CANTALOUPE #4319 PRODUCT OF THE USA
Recalling firm
Chamberlain Farms Inc.
Quantity
222,172
Distribution
Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa with further shipment including Tennessee, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Counties involved include Vanderburgh, Warrick, Gibson, and Dubois County, Indiana, and Wabash County,Illinois.
Recall date
September 26, 2012
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (food)
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