Tomatoes sold by Gordon Food Service Stores in 11 states, including New York, have been recalled for possible salmonella contamination.
Indiana-based Ray & Mascari Inc. announced the recall of its 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes on May 2 after being notified by Hanshaw & Capling Farms of Florida that it was recalling the lot of tomatoes it sent to be repackaged into the affected product due to the possible presence of salmonella in its facility, according to the Food & Drug Administration.
Here’s what to know about the recall.
How to identify the recalled tomatoes
Handout image of a label for recalled Ray & Mascari Inc. 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes.
The recalled four-packs of tomatoes were sold in plastic clamshell containers with a label reading VINE RIPE TOMATOES and Packed by Ray & Mascari, Inc., Indianapolis, IN 46204. The label has a UPC number of 7 96553 20062 1.
No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the recall announcement.
Where are Gordon Food Service Store locations in New York?
According to the Gordon Food Service Store website, there is only one location in New York — 1959 Elmwood Ave. in Buffalo.
Salmonella symptoms to look out for
Most people infected with salmonella experience diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, the CDC said, with symptoms beginning six hours to six days after ingesting the bacteria.
And while most people recover without treatment after four to seven days, some people — such as children younger than five, adults 65 or older and people with weakened immune systems — may experience more severe illnesses that require medical treatment or hospitalization.
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What to do if you’ve purchased the recalled products
Don’t eat the recalled tomatoes and be sure throw them away, the recall announcement states, and if you have any questions or need to report any illnesses resulting from the affected tomatoes, you can contact the company Monday through Saturday between 6 a.m.-5 p.m. EST at 1-317-637-0234.
Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network’s New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on X and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at ebarnes@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Tomatoes recall: How to identify the affected packs
