The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0322-2024·Announced 2023-11-15

HEB Kale Greens Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

HEB Kale Greens in Texas are being recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should discard the affected product or return it to the store.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class I recall. The rule for FDA Class I recalls specifies a minimum severity score of 4. Although no illnesses have been reported, the classification indicates the potential for serious health consequences from Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Safeway Fresh Foods LLC is recalling HEB Kale Greens (32 oz packages) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The affected product was distributed in Texas. The recall involves approximately 420 cases with expiration dates of October 11, 2023 and October 12, 2023.

Listeria monocytogenes is a serious bacterium that can cause severe infection, particularly in pregnant women, children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Discard the product or return it to the point of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
HEB Kale Greens, Net Wt. 32oz
Manufacturer
Safeway Fresh Foods LLC
Category
Food — Produce / Leafy Greens
Hazard
  • listeria

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Expiration Date 10/11/23 and 10/12/23

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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