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Trader Joe's recalls Trader Joe s Cilantro Salad Dressing and 2 more: contamination

March 20, 2024 · Trader Joe's Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallL. mono contamination

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Trader Joe's
Location
Monrovia, CA
Reported by FDA
March 20, 2024
Recall started
February 7, 2024
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Fresh produce
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.

  • Trader Joe s Cilantro Salad Dressing (SKU 36420) Perishable Keep Refrigerated 12 FL OZ (355mL)
    Quantity: 15,890 cases
    Codes: all codes, All Use By Dates between 02/19/2024 and 05/14/2024
  • Trader Joe s Elote Chopped Salad Kit (SKU 74768) 11.94 oz.
    Quantity: 7,348 cases
    Codes: All codes, Used By dates on or before February 18, 2024.
  • Trader Joe s Southwest Salad (SKU 56077) 9 oz.
    Quantity: 800,955 units
    Codes: All codes, Best By: October 26, 2023 February 11, 2024

Where it was distributed

Nationwide No foreign distribution.

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?

Trader Joe's recalled 3 products, including Trader Joe s Cilantro Salad Dressing (SKU 36420) Perishable Keep Refrigerated 12 FL OZ (355mL).

Why was it recalled?

L. mono contamination

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Nationwide No foreign distribution.

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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