HIGH RISK Terminated F-1274-2020

White onions; Packed under brand names of Thomson Premium, Onions 52, El competitor. Thomson Premium: 25 lb. mesh sack -No UPC 50 lb. mesh sack -No UPC Onions 52: 8 lb. mesh bag - UPC 8 15222 01019 1 El Competitor 50 lb. mesh sack - No UPC

Recalled by Thomson International, Inc.

Classification

Class I — Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Reason for Recall

Traceback investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella Newport illnesses found red onions to be a suspect vehicle for the outbreak. After notification from FDA, firm initiated a recall.

Product Details

Product Quantity

18,750 tons - all varieties

Product Type

Food

Code Info

ALL CODES -shipped from May 1, 2020 to present; Lot Codes: 512-522-532-450

Voluntary/Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Distribution & Geography

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide and Canada

Company Location

Bakersfield, CA, 93307-9168

Timeline

Report Date

09/02/2020

Recall Initiated

08/01/2020

Classification Date

08/25/2020

Termination Date

09/28/2020

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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