A recall has been issued for tomatoes sold in 14 states due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Two separate wholesalers — Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indiana and Williams Farms Repack LLC — have recalled specific tomato products as a precautionary measure, although no illnesses have been reported so far.
Ray & Mascari Inc. is recalling “4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes” packaged in clear clamshell containers. The tomatoes were sold through Gordon Food Service Stores in 11 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.
According to the FDA, the company received a notification from Hanshaw & Capling Farms in Immokalee, Florida, alerting them that the tomatoes supplied could be contaminated. These tomatoes were later repackaged and sold under Ray & Mascari’s label.
“Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems,” the company said in a statement. Symptoms typically affect the intestinal tract and can be transmitted through contaminated food or water.
Ray & Mascari said affected customers have been informed and advised on how to proceed with the recall. Consumers who purchased the product should throw it away and avoid consuming it. Questions or illness reports can be directed to Ray & Mascari at 1-317-637-0234, Monday through Saturday, between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST.
Separately, Williams Farms Repack LLC issued a recall on May 2 for tomatoes distributed in South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. The company said it was notified by Southeast Tomato Distributors on April 29 that tomatoes from H&C Farms may also be contaminated with salmonella.
The affected products from Williams Farms were distributed between April 23 and April 28. As with Ray & Mascari, no illnesses have been reported in connection to this recall.
The FDA continues to monitor the situation as both companies work to remove affected products from circulation.
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