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Medium RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Produce & Fresh

Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad Kits Recalled for Undeclared Pistachio

Agency Publication Date: June 6, 2022
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Summary

Taylor Farms Retail Inc has recalled approximately 156 cases of Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad Kits because they contain pistachio, a tree nut allergen not listed on the label. The product was found to contain an incorrect master pack that included pistachio ingredients. These kits were distributed to Trader Joe's stores in Fontana and Stockton, California, and surrounding areas. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this issue.

Risk

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pistachios run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Pistachio is a tree nut, which is a major food allergen.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad Kits that contain green cabbage, romaine, cotija cheese, roasted pepitas, tortilla strips, green onion, cilantro, and a spicy Southwest Avocado Dressing.
  2. Check the packaging for lot code TFGD129B18 and a "Best if used by" date of May 26, 2022 to identify the recalled kits.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact Taylor Farms Retail Inc 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: Trader Joe's Southwestern Chopped Salad Kit
Lot Numbers:
TFGD129B18 (Best if used by May 26, 2022)

Distributed exclusively by Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA. 156 cases with 22 bags in each case. Product of USA-Mexico.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 90238
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Taylor Farms Retail Inc
Sold By: Trader Joe's
Manufactured In: United States, Mexico
Units Affected: 156 cases with 22 bags in each case
Distributed To: California

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