Class I U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Pacific Italian Parsley recall: Potential Foodborne Illness – Salmonella contamination

Recall published 1+ years ago

Potential Foodborne Illness – Salmonella contamination

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The hazard: Salmonella contamination

Salmonella is what triggered this notice. The bacteria transfer readily from hands and surfaces, which is why the clean-up matters as much as the disposal.

What the notice says: Salinas, CA (October 28, 2025) - Pacific International Marketing (“Pacific”) is recalling 474 cases of bulk Italian Parsley because it may be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Why it matters: Salmonella is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. It spreads easily from a contaminated product to hands, taps, cloths and other food in the same kitchen.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

The CDC describes salmonellosis as diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps that usually begin between six hours and six days after exposure and last about four to seven days. Most people recover without treatment. Children under five, adults over 65 and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to become seriously ill. Seek care for diarrhoea with a high fever, bloody stools, vomiting that stops you keeping liquids down, diarrhoea lasting more than three days, or signs of dehydration such as very little urine, a dry mouth or dizziness when standing.

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

Recall number
H-0174-2026, H-0175-2026, H-0176-2026, H-0177-2026
Published
October 28, 2025
Risk level
Class I
Status
Terminated
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Pacific
Product type
Other food products
Units affected
308 cases (60 bunches/case); 4 cases (60 bunches/case); 2 cases (30 bunches/case)
Distribution
Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio
Lot / code info
Lot: 25SAFPRIS56
Reports of harm
No illnesses have been reported to date.

Products covered by this recall

Italian Parsley

What the company announced

Salinas, CA (October 28, 2025) - Pacific International Marketing (“Pacific”) is recalling 474 cases of bulk Italian Parsley because it may be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The Italian Parsley was shipped to wholesalers in AZ, CA, FL, MN, MI, GA, OH and NV between September 22 and September 25, 2025. The bulk Parsley was sold in cases as 30 or 60 bunches with a twist tie, and in 24 ct bunches with a twist tie in bags intended for wholesale distribution. The UPC for the 30 and 60 ct bunched Italian Parsley is 40695 80125, located on the twist tie. The UPC for the 24 ct bags is 40695 80120. The shelf life of Italian Parsley is 18 days from harvest, or October 10, 2025.

The company was recently notified that a sample taken on October 6 tested positive. This product should no longer be available directly to the consumer, only if the product is frozen.

Symptoms typically appear 12-72 hours after consuming contaminated food and usually last 4-7 days. In some cases, symptoms may be more severe and require medical attention, especially in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

Pacific is assisting the FDA with its investigation, while concurrently conducting its internal investigation.

Businesses that purchased the recalled product directly from Pacific International Marketing have already been notified. Consumers who have the recalled product in their possession should discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Anyone with questions about this recall may call the company at the above contact number, 8:00 am PST to 5:00 pm PST, Monday through Friday, or by mail to: P.O. Box 3737, Salinas, CA 93912-3737 or email at [email protected] . Updates will also be posted on PIM4U.com . Media inquiries should be directed to Steve Tripp.

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

Lot or batch code

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

  • 25SAFPRIS56

Package size

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

  • 24 ct
  • 60 ct
  • 30 Ct

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 Salmonella

Pacific — Salmonella is what triggered this notice. The bacteria transfer readily from hands and surfaces, which is why the clean-up matters as much as the disposal.

  1. Stop eating the product and keep it away from anything ready to eat.
  2. Bag it and bin it, or take it back to the store — do not feed it to pets or livestock either.
  3. Wash your hands with soap and water after handling the pack, and wash any dish, utensil or surface it touched in hot soapy water.
  4. If you repackaged or froze it, check the freezer too. Salmonella is not killed by freezing.

Getting a refund without the pack

The commonest reason people skip the refund is that they have already thrown the item away. That rarely matters.

  • A photo of the label and lot code is accepted by most grocers, and so is a card statement line showing the purchase.
  • Store credit is often offered first. You can ask for the original payment method instead, and it is normally granted.
  • No photo either? Ask anyway. Grocery chains settle recall refunds at the service desk because disputing them costs more than paying them.
  • For a multi-pack or a case, ask for the full purchase price rather than a per-unit figure — the recall covers what you paid.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who have the recalled product in their possession should discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Company contact: Pacific International Marketing — Consumers: 831-759-8301, [email protected]

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 Pacific other food products recalled?

Potential Foodborne Illness – Salmonella contamination Salinas, CA (October 28, 2025) - Pacific International Marketing (“Pacific”) is recalling 474 cases of bulk Italian Parsley because it may be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: lot code 25SAFPRIS56. 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?

Stop eating the product and keep it away from anything ready to eat.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who have the recalled product in their possession should discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio.

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