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FDA Food recall · Reported July 24, 2013

Sweet & Sassy Apple Salad; packaged in plastic bags inside paper cartons, 5 bags per case.

The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Lipari Foods sunflower seed recalls, which was due to contamination with…

Recall #
F-1714-2013
Affected scope
189 bags
Initiated
June 13, 2013
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Fresh Unlimited Inc recalled Sweet & Sassy Apple Salad; packaged in plastic bags inside paper cartons, 5 bags per case. - a critical-severity action.

Sweet & Sassy Apple Salad; packaged in plastic bags inside paper cartons, 5 bags per case. was recalled by Fresh Unlimited Inc in July 24, 2013. Reason: The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Li…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1714-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Fresh Unlimited Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Li….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
July 24, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1714-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-1714-2013) was formally reported on July 24, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 13, 2013. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Fresh Unlimited Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Sidney, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 189 bags.

The documented reason for this recall is: The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Lipari Foods sunflower seed recalls, which was due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: The affected product was distributed to the following states: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.. 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, 2 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

189 bags

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Sweet & Sassy Apple Salad; packaged in plastic bags inside paper cartons, 5 bags per case.

Reason for recall

The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Lipari Foods sunflower seed recalls, which was due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-1714-2013
Date reported July 24, 2013
Date initiated June 13, 2013
Recalling firm Fresh Unlimited Inc
Firm location Sidney, OH
Affected scope 189 bags
Distribution The affected product was distributed to the following states: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

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

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Sweet & Sassy Apple Salad; packaged in plastic bags inside paper cartons, 5 bags per case.. Recalled by Fresh Unlimited Inc. Units affected: 189 bags.
Why was this product recalled?
The firm was informed for a supplier that the sunflower raisin mix packets they supplied was a part of the Lipari Foods sunflower seed recalls, which was due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on July 24, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1714-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: The affected product was distributed to the following states: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-1714-2013) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported July 24, 2013. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.