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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-0211-2019/FDA enforcement
Mccain Foods USA·Food·Oct 13, 2018

Caramelized 3/8" Diced Onions: Sold in 25 lb

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: 1001924087 1002023552 1002126884 1002148127 1002172687 1002185704 1002192479 1002208392 1002293584 1002297605 1002298940 1002321431 1002322744 1002323848 1002355747 1002385849 1002395025 1002434681 1002436015 1002452277 1002538541 1002551527 1002567209 1002590550 1002605647 1002621859 1002623001 1002671520 1002676686 1002712416 1001601177 1001618943 1001659996 1001711290 1001740511 1001749819 1001756675 1001771813 1001569455 1002044745 1002049703 1002075870 1002078990 1002152225 1002153952 1002269351 1002271981 1002363963 1002403206 1002414402 1002417482 1002431669 1002483152 1002501884 1002504434 1002545789 1002549982 1002604190 1002708129 1002710315 1002715210 1002785035 1002786671 1001558516 1001612420 1001651082 1001712983 1001806497 1001818004 1001819295 1001916501
Distribution area

US and Canada, China, Korea and Mexico

Canada, Mexico, China

Quantity affected77900 cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 31, 2018
FDA recall numberF-0211-2019

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 3/8" Diced Onions: Sold in 25 lb was made or distributed by Mccain Foods USA in Oakbrook Ter, IL, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0211-2019, 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 3/8" Diced Onions: Sold in 25 lb recall?

Mccain Foods USA recalled Caramelized 3/8" Diced Onions: Sold in 25 lb in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-0211-2019. 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-0211-2019. 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.