Sno Pac Recalls Organic Spinach Nationwide Over Listeria Concerns
Sno Pac Foods of Caledonia, Minnesota, has issued a nationwide recall of two of its frozen spinach products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The company announced that the recall affects both Del Mar 35-pound bulk organic frozen spinach and Sno Pac 10-ounce Organic Frozen Cut Spinach.
Details of the Recall
The recalled spinach was distributed across the United States through retail stores and distributors.
Affected products include:
- Del Mar Organic Frozen Spinach (35-pound bulk boxes) with lot codes: 250107A, 250107B, 250107C, 250107D, 2501071, and 2501073. The expiration date is January 7, 2027.
- Sno Pac Organic Frozen Cut Spinach (10-ounce retail packages) with the following lot codes and best-by dates :
- SPM1.190.5 — Best by July 9, 2027
- SPC1.160.5 — Best by June 9, 2027
- SPC2.160.5 — Best by June 9, 2027
- SPM1.097.5 — Best by April 7, 2027
To date, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported in connection with the recalled products.
How the Contamination Was Discovered
According to the company, routine product testing conducted on a bulk case of spinach from its supplier returned a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes. The contaminated lot was the same one later used to repack the spinach into the 10-ounce retail packages.
Production of the affected products has been temporarily suspended as the company investigates the source of the contamination. “Food safety is our highest priority,” Sno Pac said in a statement, adding that it is cooperating fully with public health officials to address the issue.
Consumer Guidance
Consumers who purchased any of the recalled spinach products are urged not to consume them. Instead, they should either dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For additional information, consumers can contact Sno Pac Foods at 507-725-5281.
Understanding Listeria Risks
Listeria contamination can be dangerous because affected food may not appear, smell, or taste spoiled. Infection can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening illness, especially in vulnerable populations.
Symptoms of listeriosis, the illness caused by Listeria, may include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Persistent fever
- Severe headache
- Muscle aches
- Neck stiffness
Symptoms may take anywhere from a few days to up to 70 days to develop after exposure. Anyone who has eaten the recalled products and experiences symptoms should seek medical attention and inform their healthcare provider about the potential exposure to Listeria.
High-Risk Groups
Pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing severe illness. In pregnant women, infection can lead to premature birth, infection of the newborn, or stillbirth, even if symptoms in the mother are mild.
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Editor’s note: Consumers are encouraged to check their freezers carefully for the recalled spinach products. For the most up-to-date information on food recalls, visit the website of U.S. Food and Drug Administration or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
