Zespri Organic Green Kiwi from New Zealand recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes risk. Perishable, plastic clamshell packaging. Check UPC 818849020093 or lot code WO00278238 for affected items.
Listeria monocytogenes
Zespri Organic Green Kiwi from New Zealand is recalled because it may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This product is packaged in plastic clamshells and sold in 1lb or 3lb sizes. Consumers should stop using it if they have the recalled items.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems. This product may have been contaminated during the manufacturing process in New Zealand, leading to potential illness if consumed.
Anyone who purchased Zespri Organic Green Kiwi in plastic clamshell containers with a net weight of 1lb or 3lb from New Zealand. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness.
Check for plastic clamshell packaging with a net weight of 1lb or 3lb. The recalled items have UPC 818849020093 or lot code WO00278238 on the master carton. Non-recall items will have a white sticker with packed-on date and work order number.
Discard any Zespri Organic Green Kiwi in plastic clamshell containers with net weight 1lb or 3lb that have UPC 818849020093 or lot code WO00278238.
No, the recalled Zespri Organic Green Kiwi may contain Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness. Do not consume it.
Look for plastic clamshell containers with net weight 1lb or 3lb. The recalled items have UPC 818849020093 or lot code WO00278238 on the master carton.
Discard the product immediately and do not eat it. Contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zespri to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1494-2023 — Zespri Zespri Hello, I own a Zespri that is covered by recall F-1494-2023 from Zespri. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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