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If you purchased some vine-ripened tomatoes recently in Tennessee, you’ll want to double-check where they came from.
Indian-based company Ray & Mascari Inc. recalled four-packs of vine-ripened tomatoes in plastic clamshell packaging, after concerns of possible salmonella contamination. The products were shipped to 11 different states, including Tennessee, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
While the 4 packs of Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes came from the Indiana-based company, the issue came through the supply chain.
Here’s what you need to know about salmonella and the recall.
Where did the tomatoes being recalled come from?
The recall comes from Ray & Mascari Inc. who was notified by Hanshaw & Capling Farms of Florida that the product shipped to Ray & Mascari Inc. could potentially be contaminated with salmonella.
Where were the recalled tomatoes sent in the U.S.?
The tomatoes covered by the recall were sent to Gordon Food Service Stores in:
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- Michigan
- Missouri
- Mississippi
- New York
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Wisconsin
How can I identify which tomatoes may be affected?
The tomatoes affecting the Tennessee market from Ray & Mascari are sold in plastic clamshells containing four tomatoes and have a VINE RIPE TOMATOES label with: Packed by Ray & Mascari Inc., Indianapolis, IN 46204.
The UPC number on the label is 7 96553 20062 1.
Where other tomatoes recalled in the United States?
On May 2, Williams Farms Repack LLC recalled tomatoes sold and distributed in three states over similar salmonella concerns.
The tomatoes were also sold to wholesalers and distributors in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina between April 23 and 28.
What is salmonella?
Salmonella is the most common type of food poisoning, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
It is a bacterium that causes diarrhea, fever and stomach pains, and only lasts a couple of days for most people. But for some, it can be fatal.
What are the symptoms of salmonella?
Salmonella affects your stomach and intestines (GI tract). Here are the symptoms of salmonella, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
- Diarrhea (sometimes bloody)
- Fever
- Stomach pains or cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
What should I do if I have the recalled tomatoes?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises people to return the product to where they purchased it for a full refund or to discard the item.
Stores that received the recalled tomatoes have been notified and provided recall instructions to further contact customers and distribution centers, according to the FDA.
USA TODAY contributed to this story.
