Whole Foods Market recalls organic carrots and celery due to potential E. coli O121:H19 contamination. Products sold in Austin, TX with UPC 826766810529 lots GH236-GH284 need to be discarded.
Potential contamination with E. coli O121:H19
Whole Foods Market is recalling organic carrots and celery that may contain E. coli O12:19 bacteria. This contamination could cause foodborne illness, so affected products should be discarded immediately.
E. coli O121:H19 bacteria can cause severe food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, and fever. This strain is particularly dangerous for vulnerable populations such as young children and older adults.
Anyone who purchased Whole Foods Market organic carrots and celery with the UPC 826766810529 and lots GH236 through GH284 in Austin, TX. Children and elderly are at higher risk from foodborne illness.
Check for the UPC 826766810529 on the product label. Products were packed for Whole Foods Market Austin, TX 78703 and sold between specific production lots (GH236 to GH284).
Remove all recalled carrots and celery from refrigerators and dispose of them safely.
No, the recalled products may contain harmful E. coli bacteria and should not be consumed.
Discard the product immediately and do not use it for cooking or eating.
Look for the UPC 826766810529 on the label and check the lot numbers (GH236 to GH284) for products packed in Whole Foods Market Austin, TX.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Whole Foods Market to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0292-2025 — Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market Hello, I own a Whole Foods Market that is covered by recall F-0292-2025 from Whole Foods Market. 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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