Current Tomato Recalls
Retailers and distributors periodically pull tomato products due to possible contamination with bacteria, viruses, or undeclared allergens. Recalls can affect whole tomatoes, diced tomatoes, sauces, pastes, and canned tomato goods sold under various brand names.
Why Tomatoes Are Recalled
Common reasons include contamination with Salmonella or Listeria, detection of pesticide residues above legal limits, foreign material such as plastic or metal, and mislabeling that fails to declare allergens. In some cases, a supplier issue or a voluntary firm-initiated action triggers the recall.
How to Check If Your Tomatoes Are Affected
Check the product name, brand, UPC code, lot number, and “best by” or “use by” date on the package. Compare this information with the official recall notice published by the company and the relevant food safety authority. You can also visit the FDA’s recall database for updates and details.
