– Certain packages of tomatoes sold across various states have been recalled due to a possible salmonella contamination risk, as announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Saturday.
On Friday, Ray & Mascari Inc. issued a recall for four-count packages of Vine ripe tomatoes, which were packaged in 20-ounce clamshell containers.
This action came after the company discovered that a batch of repackaged tomatoes from Hanshaw & Coupling Farm in Florida might be contaminated with salmonella.
The affected products are sold at Gordon Food Service locations in states including Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.
The recalled clamshells are labeled “Vine Ripe Tomatoes” and were packed by Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indianapolis. The master case, which holds 12 of these four-count containers, has a cardboard box label with lot numbers RM250424 15250B or RM250427 15250B.
Any consumers who have purchased these tomatoes are advised to dispose of them immediately.
Currently, there haven’t been any reported illnesses tied to this recall. Customers with inquiries or those wishing to report any illnesses should reach out to Ray & Mascari Inc. at 1-317-637-0234.
Salmonella can lead to serious infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, or those with weakened immune systems. As per the Cleveland Clinic, it is recognized as the most common type of bacterial food poisoning in the United States.
Symptoms typically manifest six hours to six days after consuming contaminated food and may include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramping.
