Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (Oregon Food Bank) – Listeria Contamination (2018)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, packaged in 1 lbs. poly film bags with a twist type closure or in a re-sealable pouch, labeled as "distributed by Oregon Food Bank". Product was also distributed in packages labeled as Kale Joy brand.
Brand
Oregon Food Bank
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Use by November 2018
Products Sold
Use by November 2018
Oregon Food Bank is recalling Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, packaged in 1 lbs. poly film bags with a twist type closure or in a re-sealab due to Pumpkin seeds are recalled because the Certificate of Analysis showing a confirmed positive for Listeria species.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Pumpkin seeds are recalled because the Certificate of Analysis showing a confirmed positive for Listeria species.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
IN, OR
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026