Helados La Tapatia recalls Lemon Fruit Bars due to Listeria monocytogenes found on food contact surfaces. 21 of 50 samples tested positive. Consumers should check UPC codes for affected products.
FDA environmental sampling found 21 of 50 positive for Listeria monocytogenes, 11 of these on food contact surfaces.
Helados La Tapatia is recalling Lemon Fruit Bars because FDA testing found Listeria monocytogenes on food contact surfaces. This poses a risk of serious illness, especially for pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious infections. FDA testing found Listeria on food contact surfaces of the Lemon Fruit Bars, meaning the bacteria could be present on the product itself. This risk is higher for vulnerable groups like pregnant women and newborns.
Pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk from Listeria. Anyone who bought the Lemon Fruit Bar in the U.S. from the manufacturer is likely affected.
Check for Lemon Fruit Bars with UPC 6 34242-10002 (3 oz. bar) or UPC 6 34242-16001 (six pack box). The product is sold by Helados La Tapatia in Fresno, California.
Look for the UPC codes 6 34242-10002 (3 oz. bar) or 6 34242-16001 (six pack box) on the packaging.
The recall is due to Listeria monocytogenes found on food contact surfaces. The product is not safe to consume as it poses a risk of serious illness.
Check the UPC codes: 6 34242-10002 for the 3 oz. bar or 6 34242-16001 for the six pack box.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Helados La Tapatia directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Helados La Tapatia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1764-2014 — Helados La Tapatia Helados La Tapatia Hello, I own a Helados La Tapatia that is covered by recall F-1764-2014 from Helados La Tapatia. 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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