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Food recall · FDA · Published August 1, 2018

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc recalls Dole Classic Coleslaw, 14 oz. (397 g) plastic bag; Green Cabbage, shredded carrots. UPC Code 7143001066 Distributed by

Dole Fresh Vegetables recalls limited Classic Coleslaw (14 oz. bags) due to potential metal fragments. Consumers should check UPC 7143001066 and stop using if affected.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1833-2018FoodDole ›
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Recalling firmDole Fresh Vegetables Inc2959 Salinas Hwy · Monterey, CA 93940-6400
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What happened, in plain English

Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling a limited quantity of Classic Coleslaw and shredded green cabbage due to potential metal fragments in the product. This could cause injury if metal pieces are ingested. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/18780-dole-classic-coleslaw-recall-metal-fragments-hazard.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/18780-dole-classic-coleslaw-recall-metal-fragments-hazard · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1833-2018

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“Dole Classic Coleslaw Recall: Metal Fragments Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/18780-dole-classic-coleslaw-recall-metal-fragments-hazard. Based on FDA recall #F-1833-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1833-2018%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Metal fragments could be ingested during consumption, potentially causing injury to the mouth, throat, or digestive tract. The hazard is not described as causing serious injury in normal use.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Dole Classic Coleslaw or shredded green cabbage with UPC 7143001066 between 2007 and 2018. Children and those with metal allergies are at slightly higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the UPC code 7143001066 on the product packaging. The product was sold in 14 oz. plastic bags with shredded green cabbage between 2007 and 2018.

  • Brand
    Dole
  • Product
    Dole Classic Coleslaw, 14 oz. (397 g) plastic bag; Green Cabbage, shredded carrots. UPC Code 7143001066 Distributed by
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Packaging

    Look for the UPC code 7143001066 on the product packaging to confirm if it is recalled.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

No, if it has the UPC code 7143001066, it is recalled due to potential metal fragments and should not be consumed.

How can I get a refund?

The recall record does not mention refunds or replacements.

When was this product sold?

The product was sold between 2007 and 2018, as indicated by the 'Enjoy by' date of 08--8-18.

Take action

Contact Dole

We’ve drafted a message you can send Dole to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-1833-2018 — Dole Dole Classic Coleslaw, 14 oz. (397 g) plastic bag; Green Cabbage, shredded carrots. UPC Code 7

Hello,

I own a Dole Classic Coleslaw, 14 oz. (397 g) plastic bag; Green Cabbage, shredded carrots. UPC Code 7143001066 Distributed by that is covered by recall F-1833-2018 from Dole.

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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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-1833-2018 (August 1, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1833-2018 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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