CLASS I ONGOING Food recall · Reported 22 Jul 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
Organic Whole Blueberries recalled by Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur
Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur is recalling Organic Whole Blueberries, distributed in Florida. The recall was initiated on 3 Jul 2026 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
- H-1181-2026
- FDA event ID
- 99373
- Recalling firm
- Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur, San Carlos
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 3 Jul 2026
- FDA classified
- 21 Jul 2026
- Reported
- 22 Jul 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- E. coli
- Product category
- Blueberries
Timeline
| 3 Jul 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Jul 2026 | Classified by FDA | +18 days |
| 22 Jul 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +1 day |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Potential E. coli O145:H28 Contamination
Some strains of E. coli, such as O157:H7, produce a toxin that can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and, in a small number of cases, kidney failure.
Product as listed by the FDA
Organic Whole Blueberries, Net Wt 10 oz (284g) plastic bag, packed in 8 bags per case of 10 oz each. Keep Frozen
Where it was distributed
FL
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Potential E. coli O145:H28 Contamination
Which lots are affected?
Lot 6040 01 Best by Date Feb 09 2028
Where was it sold?
FL
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Organic Whole Blueberries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Organic Whole Blueberries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | IQF frozen Blueberry cases and totes) recalled by Oregon Potato CompanyIqf | Oregon Potato Company | Listeria | 4 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Seal The Seasons Frozen Organic***blueberries recalledSeal | Seal The Seasons | Listeria | GA, NC, NY |
| Food | CLASS I | Frozen Organic Blueberries, Ingredients recalled | Alma Pak International | Listeria | NC |