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Medium RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Packaged & Processed

Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa Recalled for Elevated pH Levels

Agency Publication Date: October 17, 2020
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Summary

Desert Premium Group, LLC is recalling approximately 8,160 jars (680 cases) of Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa because one batch was found to have an elevated equilibrium pH of 6.65. This product was sold exclusively at Trader Joe's retail stores nationwide via distribution centers in California. Consumers who have purchased this salsa should return it to any Trader Joe's location for a full refund or throw it away.

Risk

The salsa has an elevated pH level which can create an environment where harmful bacteria or toxins could develop, potentially causing foodborne illness if consumed.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for 12 oz. glass jars of Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa with UPC 0053 6806.
  2. Verify if your jar is part of the affected batch by looking for the code 'D040620 10:36:00 through D040620 13:10:00' and a 'Best if Used By' date of 04/06/2022.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) for additional questions.

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: Trader Joe's Hatch Valley Salsa (12 oz.)by Trader Joe's
UPC Codes:
00536806
Lot Numbers:
D040620 10:36:00 through D040620 13:10:00 (Best if Used By 04/06/2022)

Packed into trays of 12 and shrink-wrapped; Dist. & Sold Exclusively By: Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA 91016; Recall #: F-0029-2021

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 86549
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Desert Premium Group, LLC
Sold By: Trader Joe's
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 680 cases / 8160 12 oz. jars
Distributed To: California

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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