Various brands of cantaloupe and fresh fruit products recalled due to Salmonella
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This recall involves various brands of cantaloupe and fresh fruit products sold in Canada. It's being recalled because of possible Salmonella contamination. Do not eat the product if you have it. Check lot codes and best-before dates in the official notice.
What to do
- Check if your product matches the affected lot codes / dates listed in the official notice.
- Do not eat the product.
- Return it to the store or dispose of it, following the official instructions.
- Clean and sanitize any surfaces that touched the product.
- Contact the company if you need more details.
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Affected products
Cantaloupe - Spears
UPC: 620868451761
Date codes: All Best By dates up to and including 23-NO-09
Salad - Fruit Rio Citrus
UPC: 620868107696
Date codes: All Best By dates up to and including 23-NO-20
Cantaloupe
UPC: 620868218173
Lot: Julian: 299, 300, 301, 303, 304, 305, 306
Cantaloupes 9/12 Size
UPC: 620868139942
Lot: Julian: 299, 300, 301, 303, 304, 305, 306
Salad-Fruit Deluxe 3/4 UTSOKT
UPC: 620868204527
Date codes: All best by dates up to and including 23-NO-24
Pineapple Chunks 1/32 LB MKN
UPC: 611628913940
Date codes: All best by dates up to and including 23-NO-23
Cantaloupes
Lot: All codes
Why this matters
Possible Salmonella contamination
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: 611628913940, 620868107696, 620868139942, 620868204527, 620868218173, 620868451761
- 3
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: All Best By dates up to and including 23-NO-09, All Best By dates up to and including 23-NO-20, All best by dates up to and including 23-NO-23, All best by dates up to and including 23-NO-24
- 4
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: All codes, Julian: 299, 300, 301, 303, 304, 305, 306
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 Salmonella contamination
What should consumers do?
Check if your product matches the affected lot codes / dates listed in the official notice. Do not eat the product. Return it to the store or dispose of it, following the official instructions. Clean and sanitize any surfaces that touched the product. Contact the company if you need more details.
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 Salmonella contamination
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on November 27, 2023.
Is the GFS, Fresh Start Foods, Ready-Set-Serve by Markon, Rudy brand affected by this recall?
Yes, GFS, Fresh Start Foods, Ready-Set-Serve by Markon, Rudy products are affected by this recall. This recall involves various brands of cantaloupe and fresh fruit products sold in Canada. It's being recalled because of possible Salmonella contamination. Do not eat the product if you have it. Check lot codes and best-before dates in the official notice.