CLASS I Food recall · Reported 26 Aug 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
Organic Whole Mixed Berries recalled by Publix Super Markets
Publix Super Markets is recalling Organic Whole Mixed Berries, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 25 Jun 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-1241-2026
- FDA event ID
- 99542
- Recalling firm
- Publix Super Markets, Lakeland, FL
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Jun 2026
- FDA classified
- 18 Aug 2026
- Reported
- 26 Aug 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
- Mixed Berries
Timeline
| 25 Jun 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 18 Aug 2026 | Classified by FDA | +54 days |
| 26 Aug 2026 | 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
Due to 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 Mixed Berries, Net Wt. 48 oz (3Lb) plastic bag. packed in 6 bags per case of 10 oz each. Keep Frozen. UPC 41415-12153
Where it was distributed
Distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
AlabamaFloridaGeorgiaKentuckyNorth CarolinaSouth CarolinaTennesseeVirginia
Stores named: Publix
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Due to potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination
Which lots are affected?
all product with an expiration date prior to Feb 9, 2028 (Best by Date Feb 09, 2028)
Where was it sold?
Distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
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
3 other products · FDA event 99542| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Organic Whole Mixed Berries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states | |
| CLASS I | Organic Whole Blueberries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states | |
| CLASS I | Organic Whole Blueberries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states |
More recalls from Publix Super Markets
All 79| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Organic Whole Mixed Berries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Publix Rich & Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream recalled by Publix Super MarketsPublix Rich | Publix Super Markets | Undeclared Egg | 4 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Greenwise Pear Kiwi Spinach & Pea Baby Food recalledGreenwise Pear | Publix Super Markets | Lead & Heavy Metals | 8 states |
Other Mixed Berries recalls
All 21| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Organic Whole Mixed Berries recalled by Publix Super Markets | Publix Super Markets | E. coli | 8 states |
| Food | CLASS II | functional formularies Liquid Hope Organic Whole Foods Meal recalled | Nutricia North America | Potency & Assay | 49 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Powerade Zero Mixed Berry - PET bottles 24 variety pack recalledPowerade Zero | The Coca-cola | Foreign Material | FL, SC |
| Food | CLASS I | Orchard Bistro, Fresh Mixed Berries recalledOrchard Bistro | Fresh Ideation Food Group | Listeria | 11 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Fresh Creative Cuisine White Label, Fresh Mixed Berries recalled | Fresh Ideation Food Group | Listeria | 11 states |