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CriticalFDAfda-F-3483-2017SALMONELLA CONTAMINATION

Valery Brand Maradol Papayas sold fresh in 35 pound boxes. Labeled grown and packed by Carica de Campeche

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (Salmonella contamination). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Category
Units Affected
2,112
Recall Date
August 7, 2017
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Salmonella Contamination

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-3483-2017.

The recalling firm received papayas from a Mexican grower associated with an outbreak of Salmonella.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-3483-2017.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Fresh Tex Produce, Llc or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-3483-2017.

Fresh Tex Produce, LLC

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Fresh Tex Produce, Llc Recall FAQ

Fresh Tex Produce, Llc is the subject of a food safety report: Valery Brand Maradol Papayas sold fresh in 35 pound boxes. Labeled grown and packed by Carica de Campeche. The notice was published on August 7, 2017 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 2,112 units are potentially affected.