Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported January 6, 2021
Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Edamame: Fully Cooked Soybeans in Pod. Keep Frozen NET WT 16 oz. (1 lb.) 454 g UPC: 0051 0639 Ingredients: Edamame (soybeans), salt Heating: microwave (1200 watt); Microwave cook times may vary depending on oven wattage. Open and pour into a microwave safe dish; heat 3-4 minutes at 50% power and serve. Distributed by Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA Product of Thailand
Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame.
Tesoros Trading CO. recalled Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Edamame: Fully Cooked Soybeans in Pod. Keep Frozen NET W… - a critical-severity action.
Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Edamame: Fully Cooked Soybeans in Pod. Keep Frozen NET W… was recalled by Tesoros Trading CO. in January 6, 2021. Reason: Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0201-2021 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Tesoros Trading CO. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- January 6, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0201-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0201-2021) was formally reported on January 6, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 16, 2020. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Tesoros Trading CO. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Las Vegas, NV. Federal records list the affected scope as 352 cases ( 24 x 16 oz. per case).
The documented reason for this recall is: Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: AZ, CA, NV, UT. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
352 cases ( 24 x 16 oz. per case)
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Edamame: Fully Cooked Soybeans in Pod. Keep Frozen NET WT 16 oz. (1 lb.) 454 g UPC: 0051 0639 Ingredients: Edamame (soybeans), salt Heating: microwave (1200 watt); Microwave cook times may vary depending on oven wattage. Open and pour into a microwave safe dish; heat 3-4 minutes at 50% power and serve. Distributed by Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA Product of Thailand
Reason for recall
Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0201-2021 |
| Date reported | January 6, 2021 |
| Date initiated | December 16, 2020 |
| Recalling firm | Tesoros Trading CO. |
| Firm location | Las Vegas, NV |
| Affected scope | 352 cases ( 24 x 16 oz. per case) |
| Distribution | AZ, CA, NV, UT |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Edamame: Fully Cooked Soybeans in Pod. Keep Frozen NET WT 16 oz. (1 lb.) 454 g UPC: 0051 0639 Ingredients: Edamame (soybeans), salt Heating: microwave (1200 watt); Microwave cook times may vary depending on oven wattage. Open and pour into a microwave safe dish; heat 3-4 minutes at 50% power and serve. Distributed by Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA Product of Thailand. Recalled by Tesoros Trading CO.. Units affected: 352 cases ( 24 x 16 oz. per case).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Firm routine testing resulted in a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in one bag of frozen edamame.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on January 6, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0201-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: AZ, CA, NV, UT.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0201-2021) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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