Kale (Pearson Foods) – Salmonella Contamination (2016)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Kale, 4/ 1 lb, & 1 /2 lb shredded packaged in plastic, keep refrigerated
Brand
Pearson Foods Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Kale, 4/1 lb shredded packaged in plastic, Use by date May 8th, 2016, manufactured on 04/26/2016, and RC Kale (3/8 inch) 1/2 lb shredded, Manufactured on 04/26/16, Use by of 05/07/16, tracking code 643
Products Sold
Kale, 4/1 lb shredded packaged in plastic, Use by date May 8th, 2016; manufactured on 04/26/2016; and RC Kale (3/8 inch) 1/2 lb shredded, Manufactured on 04/26/16, Use by of 05/07/16, tracking code 643
Pearson Foods Inc. is recalling Kale, 4/ 1 lb, & 1 /2 lb shredded packaged in plastic, keep refrigerated due to Pearson Foods Corporation is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packaged Kale products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.. 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
Pearson Foods Corporation is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packaged Kale products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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
IL, MI, OR, VA, WI
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026