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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0765-2019/FDA enforcement
Adam Bros. Farming, INC.·Food·Dec 13, 2018

Adam Bros

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. Some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

Recall closed · classified by the FDANY, CA, MD, PA +7 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameAdam Bros. Farming, INC.
Recalling firmAdam Bros. Farming, INC.Santa Maria, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
2 032726 33311 82 032726 33331 82 032726 33341 82 042726 83321 82 032726 83341 82 032726 33321 8
Lot / date codes
  • Carton Tag Numbers: 203-27263 331-18, 203-27263 333-18, 203-27263 334-18, 204-27268 332-18, 203-27268 334-18, 203-27263 332-18, 203-27263 334-18 Pallet Tag Numbers: 1635882, 1635883, 1635884, 1635885, 1636072, 1636073, 1636074, 1636075, 1636076, 1636140, 1636141, 1636142, 1636143, 1636307, 1636308, 1636309, 1636310, 1636314, 1636593, 1636594, 1636595, 1636596, 1636597, 1636598, 1636599, 1636600, 1636601, 1636716, 1636717, 1636718, 1636719, 1636720, 1636924, 1636925, 1636926, 1636927, 1637046, 1637047, 1637170, 1637171, 1635886, 1635887, 1636077, 1636078, 1636144, 1636145, 1636311, 1636312, 1636602, 1636603, 1636604, 1636605, 1636721, 1636722, 1636928, 1636929, 1637048, 1637049, 1637172, 1637173, 1635888, 1636079, 1636146, 1636313, 1636606, 1636607, 1636723, 1636930, 1637050, 1637174
Distribution area
NYCAMDPAILOROHWAMIMNTX

NY, CA, MD, PA, IL, OR, OH, WA, MI, MN, TX

United States

Quantity affected5 x 9 ct case; 2069 x 12 count case; 783 x 16 count case; 177 x 20 ct case
Recall initiationFDA report date: January 16, 2019
FDA recall numberF-0765-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Adam Bros. Farming, INC. initiated this food recall on December 13, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: Potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The FDA report lists distribution as: NY, CA, MD, PA, IL, OR, OH, WA, MI, MN, TX.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination.

Adam Bros was made or distributed by Adam Bros. Farming, INC. in Santa Maria, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0765-2019, dated January 16, 2019.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, some E. coli strains produce toxins that can cause severe, sometimes bloody diarrhea.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

E. coli

Symptoms to watch for

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Higher-risk groups

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Adam Bros recall?

Adam Bros. Farming, INC. recalled Adam Bros in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0765-2019. Potential E. coli O157:H7 contamination.

What are the symptoms of E. coli exposure?

Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and sometimes a low fever. Bloody diarrhea or signs of dehydration need prompt medical attention.

How quickly can E. coli symptoms appear?

Usually 3 to 4 days after exposure, with a range of roughly 1 to 10 days.

Who is most at risk from E. coli?

Young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of complications.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

How do I get a refund from Adam Bros. Farming, INC.?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-0765-2019 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Adam Bros. Farming, INC. recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0765-2019. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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