Elevated risk U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Wawona Frozen Foods Organic Daybreak Blend 4lb bags of frozen fruit recall: Potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis

Recall published 3+ years ago

Potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis A

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3 photos published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration with the recall notice.

The hazard: Microbial contamination

The problem here is microbial contamination, so the recall covers the production codes listed rather than the brand as a whole.

What the notice says: Hepatitis A is a contagious virus that can cause liver disease.

Why it matters: The product was found, or is suspected, to carry a harmful micro-organism. The agency notice names the specific organism and that detail matters, because the illness it causes and the people most at risk differ from one to the next.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Most foodborne infections cause stomach cramps, diarrhoea, nausea and sometimes fever, starting anywhere from hours to weeks after exposure depending on the organism. See a doctor for a high fever, bloody diarrhoea, vomiting that stops you keeping liquids down, diarrhoea lasting more than three days, or signs of dehydration. Infants, pregnant people, adults over 65 and anyone immunocompromised should seek advice earlier.

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 8, 2023
Risk level
Elevated risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Wawona Frozen Foods
Product type
Fresh produce
Distribution
Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah, Washington
Sold at
Costco
Reports of harm
There have been no illnesses associated with this voluntary and precautionary recall.

Products covered by this recall

Organic Daybreak Blend 4lb bags of frozen fruit

What the company announced

(Clovis, California) Wawona Frozen Foods is voluntarily recalling year-old packages of its Organic DayBreak Blend distributed to Costco Wholesale stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah and Washington from April 15, 2022 to June 26, 2022 because the DayBreak Blend includes organic frozen strawberries grown in Mexico which may have the potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis A.

Wawona Frozen Foods is issuing this voluntary recall for the year-old Organic DayBreak Blend out of an abundance of caution. There have been no illnesses associated with this voluntary and precautionary recall.

While the Organic DayBreak Blend was distributed to Costco stores last year, they have “Use By” dates of 09/23/2023, 09/29/2023, 09/30/2023 and 10/18/2023 therefore consumers are urged to check their freezers for the recalled blend, not to consume it and either discard the product or return it to the store for a refund.

The year-old recalled Organic DayBreak Blend product is no longer available for purchase at Costco. Organic DayBreak Blend products on store shelves currently or that have different lot codes or purchase dates are not subject to this recall.

The recalled year-old Organic DayBreak Blend includes these lot codes:

  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: Affected Lot Codes: · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: Affected Lot Codes: · BEST IF USED BY 09/30/2023: Affected Lot Codes: · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: Affected Lot Codes:
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: 20082D04 · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D04 · BEST IF USED BY 09/30/2023: 20089D09 · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: 20108D04
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: 20082D05 · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D05 · BEST IF USED BY 09/30/2023: 20089D10 · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: 20108D05
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: 20082D06 · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D06 · BEST IF USED BY 09/30/2023: 20089D11 · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: 20108D06
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: 20082D07 · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D07 · BEST IF USED BY 09/30/2023: 20089D12 · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: 20108D07
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/23/2023: 20082D08 · BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D08 · BEST IF USED BY 10/18/2023: 20108D08
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D09
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D10
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D11
  • BEST IF USED BY 09/29/2023: 20088D12

The recalled year-old DayBreak Blend packaging: 4 LB (1.81 KG) (see images below)

Wawona Frozen Foods is fully cooperating with federal health officials as well as Costco to ensure consumers are alerted about the recalled Organic DayBreak Blend distributed by Wawona Frozen Foods last year.

Consumers with further questions may contact Wawona Frozen Foods at www.wawona.com or call 1-866-534-9986 8am – 5pm Pacific, Monday through Friday.

Hepatitis A is a contagious virus that can cause liver disease. A Hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection can range in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. In rare cases, particularly consumers who have a pre-existing severe illness or are immune compromised, Hepatitis A infections can progress to liver failure. Illness usually occurs within 15 to 50 days after eating or drinking contaminated food or water. Symptoms of Hepatitis A infection include fever, headache, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, jaundice, dark urine or pale stool. In some instances, particularly in children under the age of six, Hepatitis A infection may be asymptomatic. Persons who may have consumed affected product should consult their health care provider or local health department to determine if a vaccination is appropriate and consumers with symptoms of Hepatitis A should contact their health providers or the local health department immediately. For more information about Hepatitis A visit www.fda.gov .

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

Best-by / use-by date

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

  • 09/23/2023
  • 09/29/2023
  • 09/30/2023
  • 10/18/2023
  • 09/23/2023 20082D04
  • 09/29/2023 20088D04
  • 09/30/2023 20089D09
  • 10/18/2023 20108D04
  • 09/23/2023 20082D05
  • 09/29/2023 20088D05
  • 09/30/2023 20089D10
  • 10/18/2023 20108D05
  • 09/23/2023 20082D06
  • 09/29/2023 20088D06
  • 09/30/2023 20089D11
  • 10/18/2023 20108D06
  • 09/23/2023 20082D07
  • 09/29/2023 20088D07
  • 09/30/2023 20089D12
  • 10/18/2023 20108D07

Package size

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

  • 4 lb
  • 1.81 KG

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 Contamination

Wawona Frozen Foods — The problem here is microbial contamination, so the recall covers the production codes listed rather than the brand as a whole.

  1. Stop eating it and keep it separate from other food.
  2. Clean and sanitise the fridge shelf, container or surface it was stored on.
  3. Read the official notice for the organism named — the advice for Listeria, Salmonella and hepatitis A is not the same.
  4. If anyone who ate it is unwell, mention the recall and the date by name when you call a clinician.

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: While the Organic DayBreak Blend was distributed to Costco stores last year, they have “Use By” dates of 09/23/2023, 09/29/2023, 09/30/2023 and 10/18/2023 therefore consumers are urged to check their freezers for the recalled blend, not to consume it and either discard the product or return it to the store for a refund.

Company contact: Wawona Frozen Foods, Inc. — Consumers: Wawona Frozen Foods, 1-866-534-9986, www.wawona.com

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 Wawona Frozen Foods fresh produce recalled?

Potential to be contaminated with Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a contagious virus that can cause liver disease.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: best-by date 09/23/2023 or 09/29/2023. 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 it and keep it separate from other food.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: While the Organic DayBreak Blend was distributed to Costco stores last year, they have “Use By” dates of 09/23/2023, 09/29/2023, 09/30/2023 and 10/18/2023 therefore consumers are urged to check their freezers for the recalled blend, not to consume it and either discard the product or return it to the store for a refund.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah, Washington.

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