FDA-Food2026-08-26Class IPATHOGEN
Coast Citrus Distributors jalapeno peppers recalled for potential Salmonella Javiana
What this means
Coast Citrus Distributors is recalling bulk jalapeno peppers packaged between July 1–31, 2026, due to potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The peppers were distributed in bulk containers to wholesale distributors across the central and eastern United States, with further nationwide distribution for food processing. No retail packages or consumer illnesses have been identified.
- If you received bulk jalapeno peppers from Coast Citrus with a pack date between 07/01/2026 and 07/31/2026, do not use them.
- Contact your supplier or Coast Citrus Distributors for instructions on returning or disposing of affected product.
- If you processed or used these peppers in food for sale or service, contact your local health department.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Potential Salmonella Javiana contamination
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Products were distributed primarily to wholesale distributors in the central and east coast states. Product has been further distributed nationwide and is packaged in bulk containers intended for further processing. No retail distribution has been identified as of 08/10/2026.
Affected count
53,760 Cases
Manufactured in
7597 Bristow Ct, San Diego, CA, United States
Products
Jalapeno Pepper packaged in bulk generic Coast Tropical cardboard packaging. Packaged in assorted bulk package sizes (10lbs, 40lbs, 35lbs, 20lbs, 38lbs 1 1/9 Bushel) ; Product of MX; Coast Tropical TX UPCs 73296608113; 73296600558; 73296610927; 73296600559; 732966107055; 02060042710
UPC codes
- 73296608113
- 73296600558
- 73296610927
- 73296600559
- 732966107055
- 02060042710
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-1242-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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