Summary
A recall for vegetable products due to possible listeria contamination has been issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with the highest risk warning. Endico Potatoes Inc., a company based in New York, voluntarily recalled two vegetable products. The recall is classified as a Class I risk by the FDA, indicating a high probability of serious health consequences.
Key Facts
- Endico Potatoes Inc. issued a voluntary recall on September 3 for possible listeria contamination.
- The FDA classified the recall as a Class I risk on September 18.
- Listeria can cause severe and potentially fatal infections, especially in high-risk groups such as the elderly and those with weakened immune systems.
- The recall affects peas and carrots, and mixed vegetables, with specific lot numbers and production dates.
- 335 cases of each affected product were distributed across several states, including New York and Florida.
- As of September 3, no illnesses were reported related to the affected products.
- The recall followed testing in Pennsylvania that found listeria in the products.
- The FDA and Endico Potatoes Inc. are investigating the cause of the contamination.
