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Capital City Fruit Co.·Food·Nov 19, 2012

Cherry Tomatoes Packaged in 1 Pint Clear, Plastic Clamshells

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    The recalled cherry tomatoes are associated with the Rio Queen Citrus, Inc. recall received on November 12, 2012 and used in the packaging of certain lots of Capital Brand…

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and 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 FDAIA, MO, NE, MN +1 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameCapital City Fruit Co.
Recalling firmCapital City Fruit Co.Norwalk, IA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • P96290001 date code: 4604 P96330002 date code: 4605 P96477001 date code: 4606 P96368001 date code: 4605 P96500001 date code: 4701 P96313001 date code: 4604 P96330007 date code: 4605 P96290006 date code: 4604 P96500006 date code: 4701
Distribution area
IAMONEMNWI

The product was distributed to IA, MO, NE, MN and WI.

United States

Quantity affected283/9/1-pint clamshell cases and 190/12/1-pint clamshell cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: January 16, 2013
FDA recall numberF-0867-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Capital City Fruit Co. initiated this food recall on November 19, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: The recalled cherry tomatoes are associated with the Rio Queen Citrus, Inc. recall received on November 12, 2012 and used in the packaging of certain lots of Capital Brand Clamshell Cherry tomatoes have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The FDA report lists distribution as: The product was distributed to IA, MO, NE, MN and WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The recalled cherry tomatoes are associated with the Rio Queen Citrus, Inc. recall received on November 12, 2012 and used in the packaging of certain lots of Capital Brand Clamshell Cherry tomatoes have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Cherry Tomatoes Packaged in 1 Pint Clear, Plastic Clamshells was made or distributed by Capital City Fruit Co. in Norwalk, IA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0867-2013, dated January 16, 2013.

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, a bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and 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 lot and date codes 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

Salmonella

Symptoms to watch for

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Higher-risk groups

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop 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 Cherry Tomatoes Packaged in 1 Pint Clear, Plastic Clamshells recall?

Capital City Fruit Co. recalled Cherry Tomatoes Packaged in 1 Pint Clear, Plastic Clamshells in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0867-2013. The recalled cherry tomatoes are associated with the Rio Queen Citrus, Inc. recall received on November 12, 2012 and used in the packaging of certain lots of Capital Brand…

What are the symptoms of Salmonella exposure?

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

How quickly can Salmonella symptoms appear?

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Who is most at risk from Salmonella?

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop severe illness.

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 Capital City Fruit Co.?

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-0867-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Capital City Fruit Co. 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-0867-2013. 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.