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Seasonal Blend, Melon Trio and more Cantaloupes recall: Potential Foodborne Illness, Salmonella

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Potential Foodborne Illness, Salmonella

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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: Salmonella is an organism which 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

Published
November 22, 2023
Risk level
Highest risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Seasonal Blend, Melon Trio and more
Product type
Other food products
Distribution
Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
UPC codes
681131180481, 681131180498, 194346121557, 194346097173, 194346121519, 681131037044, 681131180238, 681131180221, 194346121526, 681131180146, 681131180153, 074641002488
Reports of harm
As of November 22, there have been no illnesses reported related to CF Dallas fresh-cut products.

Products covered by this recall

Cantaloupes

What the company announced

CF Dallas, LLC is voluntarily recalling select fresh-cut products made from whole cantaloupe subject to a previously announced product recall initiated by Sofia Produce, LLC dba Trufresh due to potential Salmonella contamination. All CF Dallas fresh-cut fruit products associated with the recalled whole cantaloupe have expired, however consumers who have purchased these items and may have frozen them for later use are urged not to consume the products and to dispose of them immediately or return the items to their local store for a full refund.

Salmonella is an organism which 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.

As of November 22, there have been no illnesses reported related to CF Dallas fresh-cut products. The fresh-cut fruit products containing recalled cantaloupe were distributed to select retail stores in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Illinois, Texas, and Louisiana. The products are packaged in clear square or round plastic containers, marked with a lot code and “best by” date on the label.

Voluntarily recalled items include the specific products, lot codes, and expiration dates below. No other products are affected.

  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Seasonal Blend · UPC: 6 81131 18048 1 · Wt: 10oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Seasonal Blend · UPC: 6 81131 18049 8 · Wt: 16oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Seasonal Blend · UPC: 1 94346 12155 7 · Wt: 42oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Melon Trio · UPC: 1 94346 09717 3 · Wt: 16oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Melon Mix · UPC: 1 94346 12151 9 · Wt: 32oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Fruit Blend · UPC: 6 81131 03704 4 · Wt: 16oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Fruit Bowl · UPC: 6 81131 18023 8 · Wt: 40oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Seasonal Fruit Tray · UPC: 6 81131 18022 1 · Wt: 48oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/9/2023 11/12/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Fruit Mix · UPC: 1 94346 12152 6 · Wt: 32oz · Lot: NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Cantaloupe Chunks · UPC: 6 81131 18014 6 · Wt: 10oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: Freshness Guaranteed · Item Name: Cantaloupe Chunks · UPC: 6 81131 18015 3 · Wt: 16oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • Brand Name: RaceTrac · Item Name: Fruit Medley · UPC: 0 74641 00248 8 · Wt: 6oz · Lot: NCC 0103 NCN 0103 · Best By Date: 11/7/2023 11/8/2023

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), several illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the whole cantaloupe recalled by Sofia Produce, LLC dba Trufresh, however, as of November 22, no illnesses have been confirmed to be associated with CF Dallas products.

Consumers who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should contact CF Dallas, LLC customer service at 281-651-5400 Ext 5400 Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM CT.

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 25 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.

  • 681131180481
  • 681131180498
  • 194346121557
  • 194346097173
  • 194346121519
  • 681131037044
  • 681131180238
  • 681131180221
  • 194346121526
  • 681131180146
  • 681131180153
  • 074641002488

Lot or batch code

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

  • NCC 0103 NCN 0103
  • NCN 0103

Best-by / use-by date

Printed beside the lot code, not on the price sticker.

  • 11/7/2023 11/10/2023
  • 11/9/2023 11/12/2023
  • 11/10/2023
  • 11/7/2023 11/8/2023

Package size

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

  • 10 oz
  • 16 oz
  • 42 oz
  • 32 oz
  • 40 oz
  • 48 oz
  • 6 oz

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

Seasonal Blend, Melon Trio and more — 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: All CF Dallas fresh-cut fruit products associated with the recalled whole cantaloupe have expired, however consumers who have purchased these items and may have frozen them for later use are urged not to consume the products and to dispose of them immediately or return the items to their local store for a full refund.

Company contact: CF Dallas, LLC — Consumers: CF Dallas, LLC Customer Service, 281-651-5400 Ext 5400 — Media: Bethany Hilt, 330-338-6633, [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 Seasonal Blend, Melon Trio and more other food products recalled?

Potential Foodborne Illness, Salmonella Salmonella is an organism which 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: UPC 681131180481, 681131180498, 194346121557; lot code NCC 0103 NCN 0103, NCN 0103; best-by date 11/7/2023 11/10/2023 or 11/9/2023 11/12/2023. 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: All CF Dallas fresh-cut fruit products associated with the recalled whole cantaloupe have expired, however consumers who have purchased these items and may have frozen them for later use are urged not to consume the products and to dispose of them immediately or return the items to their local store for a full refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia.

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