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FDA Food Critical Class I Terminated

White onions; Packed under brand names of Thomson Premium, Onions 52, El competitor. Thomson Premium: 25 lb. mesh sack -No UPC 50 lb. mesh sack -No UPC Onions 52: 8 lb. mesh bag - UPC 8 15222 01019 1 El Competitor 50 lb. mesh sack - No UPC

Reported: September 2, 2020 Initiated: August 1, 2020 #F-1274-2020

Product Description

White onions; Packed under brand names of Thomson Premium, Onions 52, El competitor. Thomson Premium: 25 lb. mesh sack -No UPC 50 lb. mesh sack -No UPC Onions 52: 8 lb. mesh bag - UPC 8 15222 01019 1 El Competitor 50 lb. mesh sack - No UPC

Reason for Recall

Traceback investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella Newport illnesses found red onions to be a suspect vehicle for the outbreak. After notification from FDA, firm initiated a recall.

Details

Units Affected
18,750 tons - all varieties
Distribution
Nationwide and Canada
Location
Bakersfield, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
White onions; Packed under brand names of Thomson Premium, Onions 52, El competitor. Thomson Premium: 25 lb. mesh sack -No UPC 50 lb. mesh sack -No UPC Onions 52: 8 lb. mesh bag - UPC 8 15222 01019 1 El Competitor 50 lb. mesh sack - No UPC. Recalled by Thomson International, Inc.. Units affected: 18,750 tons - all varieties.
Why was this product recalled?
Traceback investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella Newport illnesses found red onions to be a suspect vehicle for the outbreak. After notification from FDA, firm initiated a recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on September 2, 2020. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1274-2020.