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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1535-2018/FDA enforcement
Ahold USA·Food·May 21, 2018

Broccoli Cuts, All Natural, No Preservatives, NET WT 16 OZ

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Ahold Delhaize received a report from State of CT of finding significant amount of Listeria monocytogenes in a bag of Stop and Shop's Broccoli Cuts, 16 oz.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A hardy bacteria that can grow at refrigerator temperatures and cause severe illness in vulnerable groups.

  • 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 FDACT, DC, MD, MA +6 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameAhold USA
Recalling firmAhold USACarlisle, PA, United States
UPC / barcodes
6 88267 00926 6
Lot / date codes
  • UPC: 688267009266, BEST BY 03/15/2020
Distribution area
CTDCMDMANJNYPARIVAWV

CT, DC, MD, MA, NJ, NY PA, RI, VA and WV

United States

Quantity affected2400 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: June 13, 2018
FDA recall numberF-1535-2018

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Ahold USA initiated this food recall on May 21, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: Ahold Delhaize received a report from State of CT of finding significant amount of Listeria monocytogenes in a bag of Stop and Shop's Broccoli Cuts, 16 oz. The FDA report lists distribution as: CT, DC, MD, MA, NJ, NY PA, RI, VA and WV.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Ahold Delhaize received a report from State of CT of finding significant amount of Listeria monocytogenes in a bag of Stop and Shop's Broccoli Cuts, 16 oz.

Broccoli Cuts, All Natural, No Preservatives, NET WT 16 OZ was made or distributed by Ahold USA in Carlisle, PA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1535-2018, dated June 13, 2018.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a hardy bacteria that can grow at refrigerator temperatures and cause severe illness in vulnerable groups.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

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

Listeria monocytogenes

Symptoms to watch for

Fever, muscle aches, nausea and diarrhea may occur. Severe infection can cause headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance or convulsions.

When symptoms may appear

Symptoms can begin within a few days, but can take up to several weeks to appear.

Higher-risk groups

Pregnant people, newborns, adults over 65 and immunocompromised people are at the highest risk of severe illness.

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 Broccoli Cuts, All Natural, No Preservatives, NET WT 16 OZ recall?

Ahold USA recalled Broccoli Cuts, All Natural, No Preservatives, NET WT 16 OZ in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1535-2018. Ahold Delhaize received a report from State of CT of finding significant amount of Listeria monocytogenes in a bag of Stop and Shop's Broccoli Cuts, 16 oz.

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.

Is the Ahold USA 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-1535-2018. 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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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.