RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-2161-2016/FDA enforcement

Meijer Egg Salad Spread 12 OZ Retail Plastic Container

What you need to know

Class I
  • What happened

    Salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. 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.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIL, IN, KY, MI +2 moreMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameMeijer Distribution, INC
Recalling firmMeijer Distribution, INCGrand Rapids, MI, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 08820 62022 3
Lot / date codes
  • UPC: 7-08820-62022-3 Sold in Meijer stores from 7/20/16 to 7/25/16 code date: 8/6/16
Distribution area
ILINKYMIOHWI

IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI

United States

Quantity affected3533 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 21, 2016
FDA recall numberF-2161-2016

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Meijer Distribution, INC initiated this food recall on July 25, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier. The FDA report lists distribution as: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier.

Meijer Egg Salad Spread 12 OZ Retail Plastic Container was made or distributed by Meijer Distribution, INC in Grand Rapids, MI, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-2161-2016, dated September 21, 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 bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

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 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

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 Meijer Egg Salad Spread 12 OZ Retail Plastic Container recall?

Meijer Distribution, INC recalled Meijer Egg Salad Spread 12 OZ Retail Plastic Container in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-2161-2016. Salads and sandwiches contain a sourced cooked egg ingredient which tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier.

What are the symptoms of Salmonella exposure?

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

How quickly can Salmonella symptoms appear?

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Who is most at risk from Salmonella?

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop 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 Meijer Distribution, INC?

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-2161-2016 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Meijer Distribution, 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-2161-2016. 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.