Fresh Express salad products recall in Canada: possible Listeria monocytogenes
In plain language
This recall involves various Fresh Express brand salad products sold in Canada. It's being recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Do not eat the product if you have it. Check lot codes in the official notice.
What to do
- Check if your product matches the affected lot codes listed in the official notice.
- Do not eat the product.
- Throw out the recalled products or return them to the store where purchased.
- If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.
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Affected products
Organic Salad Kit Organic Sweet Dijon Onion
UPC: 0 71279 30950 7
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Organic Salad Kit Organic Classic Caesar
UPC: 0 71279 78713 8
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Iceberg Garden Salad
UPC: 0 71279 10412 6, 0 71279 10413 3
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Kit Caesar Supreme
UPC: 71279 30214 0
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Kit Caesar Salad
UPC: 0 71279 30215 7
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
3 Color Deli Coleslaw
UPC: 0 71279 12302 8
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Kit Bacon Caesar
UPC: 0 71279 30109 9
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Spinach
UPC: 0 71279 13207 5, 0 71279 13208 2
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Twisted Caesar Chopped Salad Kit Asian Caesar
UPC: 0 71279 30212 6
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Chopped Kit Sunflower Crisp
UPC: 0 71279 30933 0
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Chopped Kit Southwest
UPC: 0 71279 30930 9
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Chopped Kit Asian
UPC: 0 71279 30929 3
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Sweet Butter Salad
UPC: 0 71279 22104 5
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Garden Shreds Iceberg
UPC: 0 71279 10708 0
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Twisted Caesar Chopped Salad Kit Classic Caesar
UPC: 0 71279 30211 9
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Veggie Lover's Salad
UPC: 0 71279 28106 3
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Green & Crisp Salad
UPC: 0 71279 10813 1
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Hearts of Romaine
UPC: 0 71279 26115 7
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
American Salad
UPC: 0 71279 24103
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Twisted Caesar Chopped Salad Kit Avocado Caesar
UPC: 0 71279 30926 2
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Baby Spinach
UPC: 0 71279 27123 1
Lot: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
Why this matters
Possible Listeria monocytogenes
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the UPC code
The UPC is the barcode number on the packaging.
Affected UPCs: 0 71279 10412 6, 0 71279 10413 3, 0 71279 10708 0, 0 71279 10813 1, 0 71279 12302 8, 0 71279 13207 5, 0 71279 13208 2, 0 71279 22104 5, 0 71279 24103, 0 71279 26115 7, 0 71279 27123 1, 0 71279 28106 3, 0 71279 30109 9, 0 71279 30211 9, 0 71279 30212 6, 0 71279 30215 7, 0 71279 30926 2, 0 71279 30929 3, 0 71279 30930 9, 0 71279 30933 0, 0 71279 30950 7, 0 71279 78713 8, 71279 30214 0
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: All packages bearing a lot code beginning with "Z324" through "Z350"
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Possible Listeria monocytogenes
What should consumers do?
Check if your product matches the affected lot codes listed in the official notice. Do not eat the product. Throw out the recalled products or return them to the store where purchased. If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Possible Listeria monocytogenes
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on December 22, 2021.
Is the Fresh Express brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Fresh Express products are affected by this recall. This recall involves various Fresh Express brand salad products sold in Canada. It's being recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Do not eat the product if you have it. Check lot codes in the official notice.