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Whole raw onions (red, yellow, and white) exported by Prosource Produce LLC, produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico recalled due to Salmonella

Publié le: 21 octobre 2021ID du rappel: 1634854501139Catégorie: Produits de ConsommationPays: Canada
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Whole raw onions (red, yellow, and white) exported by Prosource Produce LLC, produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico recalled due to Salmonella

Recalling Firm: C.O.D. Fresh Inc., Canadawide Fruits

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Description du produit & Identification

Ottawa, October 21, 2021 - Industry is recalling whole raw onions (red, yellow, and white) exported by Prosource Produce LLC of Hailey, Idaho, produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below or foods containing these raw onions. Retailers, distributors, manufacturers, and food service establishments such as hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, and nursing homes should not serve, use, or sell the recalled products described below. The following products have been sold in Ontario and Quebec and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories. These products may also have been sold in bulk or in smaller packages with or without a label and may not bear the same brand or product names as described below. The CFIA will continue its investigation into other possible importers and additional recalls may follow. Recalled product Brand Product Size UPC Codes Additional information Big Bull Peak Fresh Produce Sierra Madre Produce RioBlue ProSource Rio Valley Imperial Fresh Red onions Yellow onions White onions Mesh sacks: 50 lb 25 lb 10 lb 5 lb 3 lb 2 lb Cartons: 50 lb 40 lb 25 lb 10 lb 5 lb Variable All products imported between July 1, 2021 and August 31, 2021. Produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico

Additional Source Details

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Panels › 1 › Text<b>Category:</b> Microbiological - Salmonella<BR/><b>Alert type:</b> Recall<BR/><b>Department:</b> Canadian Food Inspection Agency<BR/><b>Hazard classification:</b> Class 1<BR/><b>Alert sub-type:</b> Food Recall Warning<BR/><b>Recalling firm:</b> C.O.D. Fresh Inc., Canadawide Fruits <abbr title='Incorporated'>Inc.</abbr>, Groenewegen & Sons Produce Sales Ltd., National Produce Marketing, Sysco Canada Inc.<BR/><b>Distribution:</b> Ontario, Possibly National, Quebec<BR/><b>Extent of the product distribution:</b> Retail<BR/>
Panels › 1 › TitleSummary
Panels › 1 › Panel Namebasic_details
Panels › 2 › TextOttawa, October 21, 2021 - Industry is recalling whole raw onions (red, yellow, and white) exported by Prosource Produce LLC of Hailey, Idaho, produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico from the marketplace due to possible <em lang="la">Salmonella</em> contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below or foods containing these raw onions. Retailers, distributors, manufacturers, and food service establishments such as hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, and nursing homes should not serve, use, or sell the recalled products described below. The following products have been sold in Ontario and Quebec and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories. These products may also have been sold in bulk or in smaller packages with or without a label and may not bear the same brand or product names as described below. The CFIA will continue its investigation into other possible importers and additional recalls may follow. <h2>Recalled product</h2> <table class="table table-bordered table-condensed"> <thead> <tr class="active"> <th>Brand</th> <th>Product</th> <th>Size</th> <th>UPC</th> <th>Codes</th> <th>Additional information</th> </tr> </thead> <tr> <td> <ul> <li>Big Bull</li> <li>Peak Fresh Produce</li> <li>Sierra Madre Produce</li> <li>RioBlue</li> <li>ProSource </li> <li>Rio Valley</li> <li>Imperial Fresh</li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li>Red onions</li> <li>Yellow onions</li> <li>White onions</li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li>Mesh sacks: <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li>50 lb</li> <li>25 lb</li> <li>10 lb</li> <li>5 lb</li> <li>3 lb</li> <li>2 lb</li> </ul> </li> <li>Cartons: <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li>50 lb</li> <li>40 lb</li> <li>25 lb</li> <li>10 lb</li> <li>5 lb</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </td> <td>Variable</td> <td>All products imported between July 1, 2021 and August 31, 2021.</td> <td>Produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexico</td> </tr> </table>
Panels › 2 › TitleThe issue
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Panels › 3 › TextThere have been no reported illnesses in Canada associated with the consumption of these products.
Panels › 3 › TitleWho is affected
Panels › 3 › Panel Namecms_who_what_affected
Panels › 4 › TextIf you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor. Check to see if you have the recalled products in your home or establishment. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased. If you are unsure of the identity of the onions in your possession, check with your place of purchase. Food contaminated with <em lang="la">Salmonella</em> may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections. Healthy people may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Long-term complications may include severe arthritis. <ul> <li><a href="http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1331151916451/1331152055552">Learn more about the health risks</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1299856061207/1299856119191">Sign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social media</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1332206599275/1332207914673">View our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall process</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1546627816321/1546627838025">Report a food safety or labelling concern</a></li> </ul>
Panels › 4 › TitleWhat you should do
Panels › 4 › Panel Namecms_who_what_consumer
Panels › 5 › TextThis recall was triggered by a <a href="https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/prosource-produce-llc-voluntarily-recalls-whole-raw-onions-shipped-chihuahua-mexico-between-july-1">recall in another country</a>. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings. The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing the recalled products from the marketplace.
Panels › 5 › TitleBackground
Panels › 5 › Panel Namecms_product_details_background
Panels › 6 › Text<a href="https://healthycanadians.gc.ca//recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2021/76719r-eng.php">Gwillimdale Farms brand Onions, Product of Mexico recalled due to Salmonella</a><BR/>2021-10-22 | Microbiological - Salmonella<BR/>Type of communication: Recall<BR/><BR/><a href="https://healthycanadians.gc.ca//recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2021/76733r-eng.php">Goodfood brand Onions recalled due to Salmonella</a><BR/>2021-10-27 | Microbiological - Salmonella<BR/>Type of communication: Recall<BR/><BR/><a href="https://healthycanadians.gc.ca//recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2021/76743r-eng.php">Dorsey brand, MVP brand, Pier-C brand, and Riga Farms brand Onions, Product of Mexico recalled due to Salmonella</a><BR/>2021-10-28 | Microbiological - Salmonella<BR/>Type of communication: Recall<BR/><BR/><a href="https://healthycanadians.gc.ca//recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2021/76767r-eng.php">Dorsey brand, MVP brand, Pier-C brand, and Riga Farms brand Onions, Product of Mexico recalled due to Salmonella</a><BR/>2021-10-29 | Microbiological - Salmonella<BR/>Type of communication: Recall<BR/><BR/>
Panels › 6 › TitleRelated alerts
Panels › 6 › Panel Namerelated_awrs
Panels › 7 › Text<dl><dt class="h3">Public enquiries</dt><dd>Toll-free: 1-800-442-2342 (Canada and U.S.)<br> Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)<br> Email: <a href="mailto:cfia.enquiries-demandederenseignements.acia@canada.ca">cfia.enquiries-demandederenseignements.acia@canada.ca</a> </dd> <dt class="h3">Media relations</dt><dd>Telephone: 613-773-6600<br> Email: <a href="mailto:cfia.media.acia@canada.ca">cfia.media.acia@canada.ca</a></dd> </dl>
Panels › 7 › TitleMedia enquiries
Panels › 7 › Panel Namemedia_enquiries
Panels › 8 › Text<b>CFIA reference number:</b> 14649<BR/>
Panels › 8 › TitleIdentification number
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Recall Id1634854501139
Start date1634774400
Date published-62169984000

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps
1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (Health Canada).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Whole raw onions (red, yellow, and white) exported by Prosource Produce LLC, produce of the state of Chihuahua, Mexic...?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (Health Canada). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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  • Entreprise responsableC.O.D. Fresh Inc., Canadawide Fruits
  • Niveau de risqueClass 1
  • DistributionOntario, Possibly National, Quebec
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