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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0146-2017/FDA enforcement
Fresh Express Incorpated·Food·Sep 29, 2016

Fresh Express American Salad, 11 OZ., Product Code G264a12b, Use-by Date Oct 05

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    Fresh Express American had inadvertently inserted incorrect condiment kits in some bags.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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 FDAAL, FL, GA, NC +2 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameFresh Express Incorpated
Recalling firmFresh Express IncorpatedWindermere, FL, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • G264A12B
Distribution area
ALFLGANCSCTN

AL, FL, GA, NC, SC & TN

United States

Quantity affected480 cases/6 bags (2880 bags)
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 26, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0146-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Fresh Express Incorpated initiated this food recall on September 29, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Fresh Express American had inadvertently inserted incorrect condiment kits in some bags. The FDA report lists distribution as: AL, FL, GA, NC, SC & TN.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Fresh Express American had inadvertently inserted incorrect condiment kits in some bags.

Fresh Express American Salad, 11 OZ., Product Code G264a12b, Use-by Date Oct 05 was made or distributed by Fresh Express Incorpated in Windermere, FL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0146-2017, dated October 26, 2016.

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 safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

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

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 Fresh Express American Salad, 11 OZ., Product Code G264a12b, Use-by Date Oct 05 recall?

Fresh Express Incorpated recalled Fresh Express American Salad, 11 OZ., Product Code G264a12b, Use-by Date Oct 05 in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0146-2017. Fresh Express American had inadvertently inserted incorrect condiment kits in some bags.

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 Fresh Express Incorpated 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-0146-2017. 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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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.