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FDA Food recall · Reported September 28, 2016

Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per package: 1 Units per case: 6 containers per case Package Type: clear plastic container

Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad. The co-packer of the product, Marys Harvest Fresh Foods, noti…

Recall #
F-2274-2016
Affected scope
27 Cases
Initiated
June 22, 2016
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Gilbert Foods Inc. recalled Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per… - a critical-severity action.

Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per… was recalled by Gilbert Foods Inc. in September 28, 2016. Reason: Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Sa…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-2274-2016 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Gilbert Foods Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Sa….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
September 28, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-2274-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-2274-2016) was formally reported on September 28, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 22, 2016. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Gilbert Foods Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Hanover, MD. Federal records list the affected scope as 27 Cases.

The documented reason for this recall is: Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad. The co-packer of the product, Marys Harvest Fresh Foods, notified us that the peas that were used in … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed through Amazon Fresh in the Bellevue, Washington area. Shelf life of the product is 7 days and the last affected lot expires on 06/20/16. There is an estimate of less than 2 edible cases of prod…. 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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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

27 Cases

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per package: 1 Units per case: 6 containers per case Package Type: clear plastic container

Reason for recall

Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad. The co-packer of the product, Marys Harvest Fresh Foods, notified us that the peas that were used in Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad are a part of National Frozen Foods Corporations voluntary recall. Because potentially contaminated peas were used in the Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad, there is the risk that the entire container of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes, is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. There have been no reported illnesses or complaints attributed to the recalled items to date.Product is shipped directly to the consumer through Amazon Fresh.

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-2274-2016
Date reported September 28, 2016
Date initiated June 22, 2016
Recalling firm Gilbert Foods Inc.
Firm location Hanover, MD
Affected scope 27 Cases
Distribution Product was distributed through Amazon Fresh in the Bellevue, Washington area. Shelf life of the product is 7 days and the last affected lot expires on 06/20/16. There is an estimate of less than 2 edible cases of product left out in the …

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad Net Weight: 6 oz. container Units per package: 1 Units per case: 6 containers per case Package Type: clear plastic container. Recalled by Gilbert Foods Inc.. Units affected: 27 Cases.
Why was this product recalled?
Gilbert Foods Inc. t/a Hearn-Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad. The co-packer of the product, Marys Harvest Fresh Foods, notified us that the peas that were used in Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad are a part of National Frozen Foods Corporations voluntary recall. Because potentially contaminated peas were used in the Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad, there is the risk that the entire container of Evies Cheddar Potato Macaroni Salad could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes, is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. There have been no reported illnesses or complaints attributed to the recalled items to date.Product is shipped directly to the consumer through Amazon Fresh.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on September 28, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-2274-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed through Amazon Fresh in the Bellevue, Washington area. Shelf life of the product is 7 days and the last affected lot expires on 06/20/16. There is an estimate of less than 2 edible cases of product left out in the public. This is based upon the expiration date of the last lot produced. The last lot produced had an expiration date of 06/20/16. Product is shipped directly to the consumers home. There are no government or military accounts associated with this product. This product had one direct account by way of Amazon Fresh. Amazon Fresh phone number is (866) 380-0525..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-2274-2016) 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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