Jalapeño Recall Update: FDA Issues Strongest Warning Across 27 States
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a serious recall for 23 products made by Taylor Fresh Foods that contain jalapeños possibly contaminated with salmonella. The recall affects over 223,000 units distributed in 27 states and is tied to an outbreak causing over 400 illnesses and 57 hospitalizations.Key Facts
- The recall was classified as Class I, the FDA’s highest risk level, meaning the products could cause serious health problems.
- Products recalled include jalapeños, guacamole, salsa, dips, a sandwich, shrimp salad, and large food-service containers.
- The contamination comes from jalapeños sourced from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico.
- The recall covers sales in 27 states, including North Carolina which was added to the list after FDA enforcement records were reviewed.
- As of August 21, the salmonella outbreak linked to the jalapeños caused 431 illnesses and 57 hospitalizations in 32 states, but no deaths.
- Most people who got sick (91%) ate at Mexican-style restaurants before falling ill.
- Taylor Fresh Foods stopped using jalapeños from the affected supplier and is using other sources.
- Consumers are advised to check product names, sizes, and labels carefully and to discard or return recalled items.
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