CLASS II Food recall · Reported 27 Dec 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Mushrooms recalled by John Zidian
John Zidian is recalling Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Mushrooms, distributed in New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania. The recall was initiated on 31 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-0501-2018
- FDA event ID
- 78427
- Recalling firm
- John Zidian, Boardman, OH
- Brand
- Gia Russa
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 31 Oct 2017
- FDA classified
- 18 Dec 2017
- Reported
- 27 Dec 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Mold
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 31 Oct 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 18 Dec 2017 | Classified by FDA | +48 days |
| 27 Dec 2017 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The recall is being initiated due to mold contamination and "popped lids".
Product as listed by the FDA
Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Mushrooms NET WT. 1 Lb. 8 oz (24 oz) 680 grams INGREDIENTS: Tomato Puree***Canola Oil, Sugar, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Mushrooms, Garlic, Onions, Citric Acid, Oregano, Basil Distributed By: Gia Brands Inc., Boardman, OH 44512 UPC 0 26825 00830 4
Where it was distributed
Product was shipped to the following states: NY, OH & PA
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The recall is being initiated due to mold contamination and "popped lids".
Which lots are affected?
BEST BY 10/02/2019 27517 10:31 L1
Where was it sold?
Product was shipped to the following states: NY, OH & PA
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 II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 78427This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Traditional recalled by John Zidian.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Traditional recalled by John ZidianGia Russa | John Zidian | Mold | NY, OH, PA |
More recalls from John Zidian
All 2| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS II | Gia Russa Spaghetti Dinner Sauce Traditional recalled by John ZidianGia Russa | John Zidian | Mold | NY, OH, PA |
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