Pico de Gallo Salsa (Real Mex Foods) – Salmonella Risk (2012)
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.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Pico de Gallo salsa, 2 lbs pouch, packaged in a case of 5/2 lbs. Product labeling reads in part:" REAL MEX FOODS ITEM # 15102 "MILD" PICO DE GALLO*** PACK SIZE: 5/2 LBS. NET WEIGHT: 10 LBS Real Mex Foods 3305 Vernon Ave. Vernon, Ca 90058***".
Brand
Real Mex Foods
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Use by 08/20/12 and 08/21/12. Item number 15102. UPC 7 58897 15102 1.
Products Sold
Use by 08/20/12 and 08/21/12. Item number 15102. UPC 7 58897 15102 1.
Real Mex Foods is recalling Pico de Gallo salsa, 2 lbs pouch, packaged in a case of 5/2 lbs. Product labeling reads in part:" RE due to The firm recalled because products manufactured used the cilantro recalled by their supplier has the potential to 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
The firm recalled because products manufactured used the cilantro recalled by their supplier has the potential to 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 noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026