Elevated risk U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Hudson Harvest Tomato Basil Sauce recall: Potentially under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage

Recall published 2+ years ago

Potentially under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens

Hudson Harvest Fresh produce — recalled fresh produce
Photo published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Botulism risk

Botulinum toxin is what this recall guards against. It gives no warning in taste or smell, and a swollen or leaking container is a sign but not a reliable one.

What the notice says: There is a possibility that the product has been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens .

Why it matters: This product may not have been processed in a way that reliably destroys Clostridium botulinum spores. The toxin they can produce in a sealed container is one of the most dangerous substances in food safety, and it is tasteless and odourless.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Botulism is a medical emergency. The CDC lists double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, a dry mouth, and muscle weakness that starts in the face and moves down the body. In an infant, watch for poor feeding, a weak cry, drooping eyelids and unusual floppiness. Call 911 or go to an emergency department immediately if any of these appear after eating a recalled product — treatment works best when it is given early.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Published
June 18, 2024
Risk level
Elevated risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Hudson Harvest
Product type
Fresh produce
Distribution
Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York
UPC codes
683720301567
Reports of harm
No illnesses or other adverse consequences have been reported to date

Products covered by this recall

Tomato Basil Sauce

What the company announced

Hudson Harvest of Germantown, NY, is voluntarily recalling Hudson Harvest Tomato Basil Sauce because of reported swelling, leaking, or bursting jars. There is a possibility that the product has been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens .

The product was sold to retailers in NY, CT, and MA during the months of May and June 2024.

The product is packaged in a 16-ounce glass jar and printed with lot # 1042426, UPC # 683720301567. The UPC can be found above the bar code, and the lot number can be found on the side of the jar.

No illnesses or other adverse consequences have been reported to date

Consumers should not use this product, even if it does not appear to be spoiled. If you have purchased this product, please return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have any questions, please contact us at 1-800-811-3795 (extension 2) 9am – 5pm EST.

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 3 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 683720301567

Lot or batch code

Usually ink-stamped near the seam, the cap or the bottom of the pack.

  • 1042426

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 16 ounce

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Botulism

Hudson Harvest — Botulinum toxin is what this recall guards against. It gives no warning in taste or smell, and a swollen or leaking container is a sign but not a reliable one.

  1. Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.
  2. Wash anything the contents spilled on with a bleach solution and wear gloves while you do it.
  3. If anyone has eaten it and has blurred vision, trouble swallowing or weakness, call 911 — this does not wait for an appointment.
  4. Do not open the container. If it is already open, do not sniff it — double-bag it and keep it away from children and pets.

Refunds, and what else you can claim

The purchase price is the floor, not the ceiling. Where a recall caused you a real cost, say so.

  • Claim the refund at the store first; it is the fastest route and needs the least paperwork.
  • If you bought several packs over time, list them. Firms routinely settle for more than a single unit when a customer asks.
  • Medical costs, lost earnings or a spoiled event are not handled at the service desk. Write to the company contact on this page instead, with dates and documents.
  • Keep copies of everything you send. If a recall caused harm, that file is what any later claim rests on.

Remedy named in the notice: If you have purchased this product, please return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact: Hudson Harvest — Consumers: Hudson Harvest, 1-800-811-3795 (extension 2)

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Hudson Harvest fresh produce recalled?

Potentially under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens There is a possibility that the product has been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens .

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 683720301567; lot code 1042426. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Do not taste it. Not even a small amount, and not to check whether it has turned.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: If you have purchased this product, please return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York.

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