CLASS I Food recall · Reported 30 Nov 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report
Kalera, The cleanest lettuce in the world., Butter lettuce recalled
Kalera Public is recalling Kalera, The cleanest lettuce in the world., Butter lettuce, Whole head with living roots. The recall was initiated on 28 Oct 2022 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-0170-2023
- FDA event ID
- 91111
- Recalling firm
- Kalera Public, Orlando, FL
- Brand
- Kalera
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Oct 2022
- FDA classified
- 22 Nov 2022
- Reported
- 30 Nov 2022
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Butter
Timeline
| 28 Oct 2022 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 22 Nov 2022 | Classified by FDA | +25 days |
| 30 Nov 2022 | 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 contamination with 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
Kalera, The cleanest lettuce in the world., Butter lettuce, Whole head with living roots, Distributed by Kalera, Inc, Orlando FL 32822
Where it was distributed
Domestic distribution only.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Potential contamination with Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
Lot #001293, Best by 11/11/2022 Lot #001294, Best by 11/10/2022
Where was it sold?
Domestic distribution only.
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 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
2 other products · FDA event 91111| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Kalera, The cleanest lettuce in the world, Krunch lettuce recalledKalera | Kalera Public | Salmonella | FL | |
| CLASS I | Living Hydroponic Baby Romaine Lettuce(04071) Kalera recalledLiving Hydroponic | Kalera Public | Salmonella | FL |
More recalls from Kalera Public
All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Living Hydroponic Baby Romaine Lettuce(04071) Kalera recalledLiving Hydroponic | Kalera Public | Salmonella | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Kalera, The cleanest lettuce in the world, Krunch lettuce recalledKalera | Kalera Public | Salmonella | FL |
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All 133| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Butter Powder recalled by Bluegrass Ingredients | Bluegrass Ingredients | Salmonella | FL, IL, MD |
| Food | CLASS I | Butter-Rich Powder recalled by Bluegrass IngredientsButter-Rich | Bluegrass Ingredients | Salmonella | FL, IL, MD |
| Food | CLASS II | Nh European Style Butter Blend, Bunge recalled by Bunge North AmericaNh European | Bunge North America | Undeclared Milk | Nationwide |
| Food | CLASS II | Ca Og2 Red Lf W/tag Ca Og2 Gr Romn W/tg Usa/mex Og2 Butter recalled | UNFI General Corporate | Other | 5 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Dinstuhl's Pecan Brittle recalled by Dinstuhl's Fine Candy CompanyDinstuhl's | Dinstuhl's Fine Candy Company | Undeclared Allergens | MO, MS |