CLASS I Food recall · Reported 15 Oct 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Roma Tomatoes case recalled by Expo Fresh
Expo Fresh is recalling Roma Tomatoes case, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 11 Sep 2014 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-0006-2015
- FDA event ID
- 69225
- Recalling firm
- Expo Fresh, San Diego, CA
- Brand
- Roma Tomatoes
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 11 Sep 2014
- FDA classified
- 7 Oct 2014
- Reported
- 15 Oct 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Tomatoes
Timeline
| 11 Sep 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 7 Oct 2014 | Classified by FDA | +26 days |
| 15 Oct 2014 | 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
Expo Fresh is recalling Roma Tomatoes because they have a potential to be contaminated 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
Roma Tomatoes, 25lbs. case
Where it was distributed
Nationwide in US: NJ, MA, CA, AZ, OR, WA,
Nationwide ArizonaCaliforniaMassachusettsNew JerseyOregonWashington
Questions about this recall
Is Roma Tomatoes case recalled?
Yes. Expo Fresh recalled Roma Tomatoes case on 11 Sep 2014. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0006-2015.
Why was it recalled?
Expo Fresh is recalling Roma Tomatoes because they have a potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Lot Code: 23914 214
Where was it sold?
Nationwide in US: NJ, MA, CA, AZ, OR, WA,
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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