RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0373-2021/FDA enforcement

Fresh Thyme Taco Dip, NET WT

What you need to know

Class II
  • What happened

    Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

  • 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 FDAIN, MN, IL, OH +4 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameJ & J Distributing Company
Recalling firmJ & J Distributing CompanySaint Paul, MN, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 41330 12368 3
Lot / date codes
  • Sell by: 3-3
Distribution area
INMNILOHPAWIKYIA

Product was distributed to 46 retail locations in the States of MN, IL, IN, OH, PA, WI, KY, and IA

United States

Quantity affected371 units (total)
Recall initiationFDA report date: April 7, 2021
FDA recall numberF-0373-2021

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

J & J Distributing Company initiated this food recall on February 26, 2021. The FDA enforcement report states: Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was distributed to 46 retail locations in the States of MN, IL, IN, OH, PA, WI, KY, and IA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Fresh Thyme Taco Dip, NET WT was made or distributed by J & J Distributing Company in Saint Paul, MN, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0373-2021, dated April 7, 2021.

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 Fresh Thyme Taco Dip, NET WT recall?

J & J Distributing Company recalled Fresh Thyme Taco Dip, NET WT in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0373-2021. Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

What are the symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes exposure?

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

How quickly can Listeria monocytogenes symptoms appear?

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

Who is most at risk from Listeria monocytogenes?

Pregnant people, newborns, adults over 65 and immunocompromised people are at the highest risk of 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 J & J Distributing Company?

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-0373-2021 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the J & J Distributing Company 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-0373-2021. 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.