CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Nov 2020 · FDA Enforcement Report
Fresh From Meijer Cantaloupe Chunks Large Bowl recalled
Meijer Inc./Traffic Dept is recalling Fresh From Meijer Cantaloupe Chunks Large Bowl, distributed in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 5 Oct 2020 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-0097-2021
- FDA event ID
- 86561
- Recalling firm
- Meijer Inc./Traffic Dept, Grand Rapids, MI
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 Oct 2020
- FDA classified
- 10 Nov 2020
- Reported
- 18 Nov 2020
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Melons
Timeline
| 5 Oct 2020 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Nov 2020 | Classified by FDA | +36 days |
| 18 Nov 2020 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
potential risk of Salmonella
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
FRESH FROM MEIJER CANTALOUPE CHUNKS LARGE BOWL, 32oz Clear plastic container, UPC 219323109721. FRESH FROM MEIJER CANTALOUPE CHUNKS SMALL BOWL, 16oz Clear plastic container, UPC 220196109725. FRESH FROM MEIJER CANTALOUPE CHUNKS KOSHER - LG, 32oz Clear plastic container, UPC 220616800089 FRESH FROM MEIJER CANTALOUPE CHUNKS KOSHER - SM, 16oz Clear plastic container, UPC 220617801030
Where it was distributed
Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin.
IllinoisIndianaKentuckyMichiganOhioWisconsin
Stores named: Meijer
Questions about this recall
Is Fresh From Meijer Cantaloupe Chunks Large Bowl recalled?
Yes. Meijer Inc./Traffic Dept recalled Fresh From Meijer Cantaloupe Chunks Large Bowl on 5 Oct 2020. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0097-2021.
Why was it recalled?
potential risk of Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
sold between Sept. 26 and Oct. 5 Oldest Best By date 10/8/2020
Where was it sold?
Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin.
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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