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Food & Beverages/Produce & Fresh

Trader Joe's and Other Organic Brussel Sprouts Recalled for Pesticide

Agency Publication Date: March 7, 2023
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Summary

4 Earth Farms is recalling approximately 7,135 finished cases of Organic Brussel Sprouts sold under several brands including Trader Joe's, Wegmans, Kroger, and O Organics. The recall was issued after testing by the State of California discovered residues of Chlorpyrifos, a pesticide, in the produce. The products were distributed across 31 U.S. states and in Toronto, Canada. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in connection with this recall. The sprouts were sold in various sizes and packaging types, including plastic bags, mesh bags, and bulk cartons.

Risk

The Brussel Sprouts tested positive for Chlorpyrifos, a pesticide chemical that is not permitted for use on organic produce. Consumption of products contaminated with pesticide residues can pose health risks, particularly for children, pregnant women, and individuals with chemical sensitivities.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects Organic Brussel Sprouts sold under the brands 4 Earth Farms, Trader Joe's, Wegman's, O Organics (Albertsons), and STO Kroger.
  2. Identify the affected produce by checking the packaging for 'Best By' dates of 02/04/23, 02/08/23, 02/09/23, 02/10/23, or 02/12/23. These dates are found on plastic bags (sizes 10oz, 12oz, 14oz, 1lb, 2lb), 1lb mesh bags, and 10lb or 25lb bulk carton boxes.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact 4 Earth Farms directly for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 1: Full Refund
How to: Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Organic Brussel Sprouts
Variants: 2lbs plastic bag, 1lbs mesh bag, 1lbs plastic bag, 14 oz plastic bag, 12 oz plastic bag, 10 oz plastic bag, 10 lbs carton box, 25 lbs carton box
Date Ranges: Best by 02/04/23, Best by 02/08/23, Best by 02/09/23, Best by 02/10/23, Best by 02/12/23

98.5% of product was packaged for retail and 110 cases were bulk. Brands affected include 4 Earth Farms, Trader Joe's, Wegman's, O Organics, and STO Kroger.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 91619
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: 4 Earth Farms formerly Mcl Fresh Inc
Sold By: Trader Joe's; Wegmans; Kroger; Albertsons (O Organics)
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 7,135 finished cases
Distributed To: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming

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Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response

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