CLASS I Food recall · Reported 14 Dec 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report

Pasadena Chili Lime Dippers recalled

E S Foods is recalling Pasadena Chili Lime Dippers, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 19 May 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

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Lot, batch or date codesLot #'s: 1) 5363, 2) 6048, 3) 6070 Best Used By: 1) 8/17/16, 2) 10/22/16, 3) 10/23/16

Quantity recalled1,068 cases

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-0646-2017
FDA event ID: 74240
Recalling firm: E S Foods, Woodbury, NY
Brand: Pasadena Chili
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 19 May 2016
FDA classified: 8 Dec 2016
Reported: 14 Dec 2016
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Listeria
Product category: Citrus

Timeline

19 May 2016	Recall initiated by company
8 Dec 2016	Classified by FDA	+203 days
14 Dec 2016	Published in enforcement report	+6 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

A potential for Listeria monocytogenes contamination was verified by the sunflower kernel raw material supplier.

Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures. Infection is most dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can appear up to 70 days after eating contaminated food.

Product as listed by the FDA

Pasadena Chili Lime Dippers, Item # 6142000294

Where it was distributed

CA, KS, KY, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA and Wi to foodservice distributors, food banks and school meal programs

California Kansas Kentucky Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia Washington

Questions about this recall

Is Pasadena Chili Lime Dippers recalled?

Yes. E S Foods recalled Pasadena Chili Lime Dippers on 19 May 2016. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0646-2017.

Why was it recalled?

A potential for Listeria monocytogenes contamination was verified by the sunflower kernel raw material supplier.

Which lots are affected?

Lot #'s: 1) 5363, 2) 6048, 3) 6070 Best Used By: 1) 8/17/16, 2) 10/22/16, 3) 10/23/16

Where was it sold?

CA, KS, KY, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA and Wi to foodservice distributors, food banks and school meal programs

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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