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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1067-2022/FDA enforcement
Driscoll's INC.·Food·Apr 15, 2022

Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 OZ, 12x12 OZ, 12x10 OZ, 2x8x18 OZ Clamshell Distributed By…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDADC, IN, CA, TX +6 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameDriscoll's INC.
Recalling firmDriscoll's INC.Watsonville, CA, United States
UPC / barcodes
1 10091 33040 31 10091 33040 41 10091 33040 51 10091 33040 61 10091 33040 71 10091 33040 81 10091 33040 91 10091 33041 01 10091 33041 1
Lot / date codes
  • Lot # 1100-9133-0403, 1100-9133-0404, 1100-9133-0405, 1100-9133-0406, 1100-9133-0407, 1100-9133-0408, 1100-9133-0409, 1100-9133-0410, 1100-9133-0411
Distribution area
DCINCATXORILMDFLNCWI

Product shipped to 13 DC's located in CA, TX, OR, IL, MD, FL, NC, WI

United States

Quantity affected1, 293 crates
Recall initiationFDA report date: May 25, 2022
FDA recall numberF-1067-2022

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Driscoll's INC. initiated this food recall on April 15, 2022. The FDA enforcement report states: California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product shipped to 13 DC's located in CA, TX, OR, IL, MD, FL, NC, WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.

Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 OZ, 12x12 OZ, 12x10 OZ, 2x8x18 OZ Clamshell Distributed By… was made or distributed by Driscoll's INC. in Watsonville, CA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1067-2022, dated May 25, 2022.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

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

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

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 Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 OZ, 12x12 OZ, 12x10 OZ, 2x8x18 OZ Clamshell Distributed By… recall?

Driscoll's INC. recalled Driscoll's Blackberries (Fresh) 12x6 OZ, 12x12 OZ, 12x10 OZ, 2x8x18 OZ Clamshell Distributed By… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1067-2022. California Department of Pesticide Regulation detected the presence of Formetante HCI. This pesticide has a non-tolerance for blackberries.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Driscoll's 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-1067-2022. 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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