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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0230-2019/FDA enforcement
Mccain Foods USA·Food·Oct 13, 2018

Caramelized 1/4" Diced Onions

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    During an internal audit at the manufacturing location, it was discovered that finished product had been released on numerous occasions after receiving presumptive positive test…

  • Health risk

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

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameMccain Foods USA
Recalling firmMccain Foods USAOakbrook Ter, IL, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • All products shipped on or after January 1, 2016 Batch numbers: 1002026602 1002028395 1002418894 1002733143 1002734595 1001555555 1001560366 1001560989 1001978000 1001982777 1002002238 1002002242 1002008332 1002037783 1002070444 1002073191 1002129180 1002132207 1002167505 1002175953 1002177523 1002182993 1002184295 1002191097 1002211020 1002221341 1002222383 1002246305 1002247851 1002254115 1002255606 1002264585 1002287696 1002288982 1002339095 1002340509 1002342019 1002351418 1002354252 1002406295 1002409194 1002420224 1002421613 1002437342 1002438977 1002486135 1002488458 1002505975 1002507408 1002524434 1002527541 1002552861 1002569846 1002571374 1002608435 1002611496 1002624665 1002662092 1002665128 1002682187 1002685842 1002687067 1002735552 1001589605 1001602908 1001611200 1001622589 1001639042 1001658413 1001670808 1001685551 1001695813 1001727535 1001729037 1001755757 1001840020 1001864737 1001877733 1001893934 1001963976 1001965467 1001966977 1001970503 1001563474 1001580605 1002006792 1002042258 1002367724 1002369494 1002370599 1002388502 1002457803 1002459007 1002460294 1002483786 1002543819 1002591777 1002598392 1002626067 1002643415 1001684122 1001901457 1001936471 1001938396 1001959100 1001987727
Distribution area

US and Canada, China, Korea and Mexico

Canada, Mexico, China

Quantity affected100, 876 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 31, 2018
FDA recall numberF-0230-2019

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Mccain Foods USA initiated this food recall on October 13, 2018. The FDA enforcement report states: During an internal audit at the manufacturing location, it was discovered that finished product had been released on numerous occasions after receiving presumptive positive test results for Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella; confirmation was not conducted. The FDA report lists distribution as: US and Canada, China, Korea and Mexico.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: During an internal audit at the manufacturing location, it was discovered that finished product had been released on numerous occasions after receiving presumptive positive test results for Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella; confirmation was not conducted.

Caramelized 1/4" Diced Onions was made or distributed by Mccain Foods USA in Oakbrook Ter, IL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0230-2019, dated October 31, 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 bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

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 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 Caramelized 1/4" Diced Onions recall?

Mccain Foods USA recalled Caramelized 1/4" Diced Onions in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0230-2019. During an internal audit at the manufacturing location, it was discovered that finished product had been released on numerous occasions after receiving presumptive positive test…

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 Mccain Foods 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-0230-2019. 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.