Severity
Critical
Organic Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000120 Organic Shelled Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000119 Organic Edamame, Brand Organic by Nature, Net Wt 8 oz, UPC 4635800073 Edamame, Brand Live Smart, Net Wt 6 oz, UPC 604369 Edamame, Brand O Organic, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 7989340179 Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 48 oz, UPC 2113009197 Shelled Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 2113009092
Reported: August 3, 2016 Initiated: May 2, 2016 #F-1809-2016 437,752 lbs units
CRF Frozen Foods, LLC issued this FDA Food recall on August 3, 2016. Classified as Critical severity (Class I). Approximately 437,752 lbs units are affected. The recall was issued because: Edamame are recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Live Smart Edam…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1809-2016) was formally reported on August 3, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 2, 2016. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. CRF Frozen Foods, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Pasco, WA. Federal records indicate 437,752 lbs units are affected, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: Edamame are recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Live Smart Edamame have the code format Product of USA 2B6101 02:11 B O Organic Edamame have the code format Best … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US nationwide and in Canada & Japan.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Food. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
437,752 lbs
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
Organic Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000120 Organic Shelled Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000119 Organic Edamame, Brand Organic by Nature, Net Wt 8 oz, UPC 4635800073 Edamame, Brand Live Smart, Net Wt 6 oz, UPC 604369 Edamame, Brand O Organic, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 7989340179 Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 48 oz, UPC 2113009197 Shelled Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 2113009092
Reason for Recall
Edamame are recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Live Smart Edamame have the code format Product of USA 2B6101 02:11 B O Organic Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA Signature Kitchens Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA Signature Kitchens Shelled Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA
Details
- Recalling Firm
- CRF Frozen Foods, LLC
- Units Affected
- 437,752 lbs
- Distribution
- US nationwide and in Canada & Japan.
- Location
- Pasco, WA
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1809-2016 |
| Date reported | August 3, 2016 |
| Date initiated | May 2, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | CRF Frozen Foods, LLC |
| Units affected | 437,752 lbs |
| Distribution | US nationwide and in Canada & Japan. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Organic Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000120 Organic Shelled Edamame, Brand Columbia River Organics, Net Wt 10 oz, UPC 5711000119 Organic Edamame, Brand Organic by Nature, Net Wt 8 oz, UPC 4635800073 Edamame, Brand Live Smart, Net Wt 6 oz, UPC 604369 Edamame, Brand O Organic, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 7989340179 Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 48 oz, UPC 2113009197 Shelled Edamame, Brand Signature Kitchens, Net Wt 16 oz, UPC 2113009092. Recalled by CRF Frozen Foods, LLC. Units affected: 437,752 lbs.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Edamame are recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Live Smart Edamame have the code format Product of USA 2B6101 02:11 B O Organic Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA Signature Kitchens Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA Signature Kitchens Shelled Edamame have the code format Best Before: Oct 23 17 S3904 15:08 B Product of USA
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on August 3, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1809-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US nationwide and in Canada & Japan..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1809-2016) 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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