Dole "Classic Kit Light Cesar" fresh salad mix. Salad and topping Net Wt.7.7 OZ (218g), Dressing Net 2.2 FL OZ (65ml), Total Net Wt. 10 OZ (283g), Thoroughly Washed, Perishable/Keep Refrigerated.

Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with wash process, low levels of chlorine wash, affected product was sent to distribution chain.

Recall #: F-0943-2020
Affected scope: 6 units per case, recalling 118 cases= 708 units
Initiated: April 15, 2020

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Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc recalled Dole "Classic Kit Light Cesar" fresh salad mix. Salad and topping Net Wt.7.7 OZ (218g), D… - a low-severity action.

Dole "Classic Kit Light Cesar" fresh salad mix. Salad and topping Net Wt.7.7 OZ (218g), D… was recalled by Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc in May 20, 2020. Reason: Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with wash process, low levels of chlorine wash, affected pr…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0943-2020 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with wash process, low levels of chlorine wash, affected pr….

Low
severity level: Class III
classification: May 20, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0943-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 from FDA Food - 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.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified low severity.

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Product description

Dole "Classic Kit Light Cesar" fresh salad mix. Salad and topping Net Wt.7.7 OZ (218g), Dressing Net 2.2 FL OZ (65ml), Total Net Wt. 10 OZ (283g), Thoroughly Washed, Perishable/Keep Refrigerated.

Reason for recall

Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with wash process, low levels of chlorine wash, affected product was sent to distribution chain.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Low (Class III)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	F-0943-2020
Date reported	May 20, 2020
Date initiated	April 15, 2020
Recalling firm	Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
Firm location	Monterey, CA
Affected scope	6 units per case, recalling 118 cases= 708 units
Distribution	The Caesar Salad is distributed to the following states (IL, MS, MN, ND, MN) however, recalled product never made it to intended retail locations as local distributors were notified before product could be shipped. The Hearts of Roma…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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What product was recalled? ▼

Dole "Classic Kit Light Cesar" fresh salad mix. Salad and topping Net Wt.7.7 OZ (218g), Dressing Net 2.2 FL OZ (65ml), Total Net Wt. 10 OZ (283g), Thoroughly Washed, Perishable/Keep Refrigerated.. Recalled by Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Units affected: 6 units per case, recalling 118 cases= 708 units.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Critical Control Point (CCP) deviation associated with wash process, low levels of chlorine wash, affected product was sent to distribution chain.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 20, 2020. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-0943-2020.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: The Caesar Salad is distributed to the following states (IL, MS, MN, ND, MN) however, recalled product never made it to intended retail locations as local distributors were notified before product could be shipped. The Hearts of Romaine is distributed to the following states (IA, KS). The firm notified the agency that 4 pallets of affected product were distributed to Two different distribution locations..

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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