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Food recall · FDA · Published March 25, 2018

Mrs Gerry's Kitchen, Inc recalls Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1. Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg) UPC

Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen recalls deviled egg potato salad products that may contain undeclared imitation crab meat. Consumers should check UPCs and stop using if concerned.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1025-2018FoodMrs. Gerry's ›
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Recalling firmMrs Gerry's Kitchen, Inc2110 Yh Hanson Ave · Albert Lea, MN 56007-3406
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What happened, in plain English

Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen is recalling deviled egg potato salad products that may contain undeclared traces of imitation crab meat. This could cause allergic reactions for people sensitive to crab. The recall covers specific sizes and UPCs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/19504-mrs-gerry-s-deviled-egg-potato-salad-may-contain-undeclared.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/19504-mrs-gerry-s-deviled-egg-potato-salad-may-contain-undeclared · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1025-2018

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“Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad May Contain Undeclared Imitation Crab Meat.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/19504-mrs-gerry-s-deviled-egg-potato-salad-may-contain-undeclared. Based on FDA recall #F-1025-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1025-2018%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The product may contain undeclared traces of imitation crab meat. This poses a risk for individuals with crab allergies, as they could experience allergic reactions.

Who’s affected

People who purchased Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad in the specified container sizes (3 lb, 5 lb, or 12 lb) are affected. Those with crab allergies are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the following UPC codes: 17839-09003 (3 lb), 17839-09005 (5 lb), or 17839-09012 (12 lb). The product is labeled as 'Keep Refrigerated' and has a use-by date of April 23, 2018.

  • Brand
    Mrs. Gerry's
  • Product
    Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1. Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg) UPC
  • Category
    Food
FDA recall event · 11 products

All 11 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

  • Classification
    Class II
  • Status
    Terminated
  • Distribution
    IA, IL, KS, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, SD, UT, WI
Recall numberProduct, codes & lotsQuantity
F-1022-2018Mrs. Gerry's Kwik Trip Egg Salad, Net Wt. 35 lb. (15.87kg), UPC 17839-61135. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/13/182415 lbs.
F-1023-2018Mrs. Gerry's Homestyle Egg Salad, Net Wt. 5 lb. (2.27kg), UPC 17839-60905. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/13/18660 lbs.
F-1024-2018Mrs. Gerry's Egg Salad, Net Wt. 5 lb. (2.26kg), UPC 17839-60605. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/13/182090 lbs.
F-1025-2018Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1. Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg) UPC 17839-09003, 2. Net Wt. 5 lb. (2.26 kg), UPC 17839-09005. 3. Net Wt. 12 lb. (5.45 kg), UPC 17839-09012 Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/23/1811,286 lbs.
F-1026-2018Mrs. Gerry's Original Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1. Net Wt. 1 lb. (454 g) UPC 17839-10201, 2. Net Wt. 13 lb. (5.89 kg), UPC 17839-10213. 3. Net Wt. 35 lb. (15.87 kg), UPC 17839-10235 Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/23/188,299 lbs.
F-1027-2018Mrs. Gerry's Gourmet Potato Salad, Net Wt. 12 lb. (5.44 kg), UPC 17839-10112. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007.; Use by: 4/13/18504 lbs.
F-1028-2018Potato Salad packaged in the following branded and sized containers: 1. Mrs. Gerry's Deli Fresh Potato Salad, Net Wt. 1 lb. (454 g) UPC 17839-93001, Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg), UPC 17839-93003. Net Wt. 5 lb. (2.26 kg), UPC 17839-93005. Net Wt. 12 lb. (5.44 kg), UPC 17839-93012 Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007. 2. Open Acres American Potato Salad, Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg), UPC 84853-62044. Distributed by Pique Brands, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI.; 1. Use by: 4/26/18 2. Use by: 4/23/1813,232 lbs.
F-1029-2018Potato Salad packaged in the following branded and sized containers: 1. Mrs. Gerry's Old Fashioned Potato Salad, Net Wt. 1 lb. (454 g) UPC 17839-94101, Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg), UPC 17839-94103. Net Wt. 5 lb. (2.27 kg), UPC 17839-94105. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007. 2. Open Acres Chunky Potato Salad with Egg, Net Wt. 16 oz. (1 lb.) 454 g, UPC 84853-62039. Distributed by Pique Brands, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI.; Use by: 4/13/187,002 lbs.
F-1030-2018Festival Foods Potato Salad packaged in the following size containers: Net Wt. 6 oz. (170g), UPC 17839-22388, Net Wt. 1 lb. (454 g) UPC 17839-22301, Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg), UPC 17839-22303. Net Wt. 35 lb. 15.87 kg), UPC 17839-22335. Keep Refrigerated. Made for Festival Foods, Onalaska, WI 54650; Use by: 4/8/184,395 lbs.
F-1031-2018Mrs. Gerry's Knowlan's Homestyle Potato Salad Net Wt. 12 lbs. (5.44 kg), UPC 17839-22912. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/13/181,056 lbs.
F-1032-2018Mrs. Gerry's Market Fresh Potato Salad Net Wt. 12 lbs. (5.44 kg), UPC 17839-94212. Keep Refrigerated. Manufactured by Mrs. Gerry's, Albert Lea, MN 56007; Use by: 4/13/18528 lbs.
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product UPC

    Look for the UPC codes 17839-09003, 17839-09005, or 17839-09012 on the packaging.

  2. Stop Using if Concerned

    If you have the recalled product and are allergic to crab, stop using it immediately.

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Questions people ask

What is the recall for?

Mrs. Gerry's Kitchen is recalling deviled egg potato salad products that may contain undeclared traces of imitation crab meat.

Which products are affected?

Products with UPCs 17839-09003 (3 lb), 17839-09005 (5 lb), or 17839-09012 (12 lb).

Do I need to return the product?

The recall record does not specify a return process, so no action is required beyond checking the UPC.

Take action

Contact Mrs. Gerry's

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

Subject: Recall F-1025-2018 — Mrs. Gerry's Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1.

Hello,

I own a Mrs. Gerry's Deviled Egg Potato Salad, Packaged into the following size containers: 1. Net Wt. 3 lb. (1.36 kg) UPC that is covered by recall F-1025-2018 from Mrs. Gerry's.

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-1025-2018 (March 25, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1025-2018 to see it in context.
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