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Driscoll's recalls Driscoll's Blackberries: contamination

May 25, 2022 · Driscoll's Class III

Class IIIFDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Reason for the recallCalifornia Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Driscoll's
Location
Watsonville, CA
Reported by FDA
May 25, 2022
Recall started
April 15, 2022
Risk class
Class III
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Seafood
Reason type
Other contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 oz, 12x12 oz, 12x10 oz, 2x8x18 oz Clamshell Distributed by Strawberry Associated, Inc. Watsonville, CA Product of Mexico
    Quantity: 1,293 crates
    Codes: Lot # 1100-9133-0403, 1100-9133-0404, 1100-9133-0405, 1100-9133-0406, 1100-9133-0407, 1100-9133-0408, 1100-9133-0409, 1100-9133-0410, 1100-9133-0411

Where it was distributed

Product shipped to 13 DC's located in CA, TX, OR, IL, MD, FL, NC, WI

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Driscoll's recalled 1 product, including Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 oz, 12x12 oz, 12x10 oz, 2x8x18 oz Clamshell Distributed by Strawberry Associated, Inc. Watsonville….

Why was it recalled?

California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.

What does Class III mean?

FDA’s lowest-risk class: use of the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Product shipped to 13 DC's located in CA, TX, OR, IL, MD, FL, NC, WI

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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