FDA-PR2026-04-01PATHOGEN

Christopher Ranch and Garland Fresh peeled garlic recalled for botulism risk

What this means

Tops Friendly Markets is recalling Christopher Ranch and Garland Fresh peeled garlic because the product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that causes botulism. The contamination occurred because the garlic was stored at temperatures that were too warm. No illnesses have been reported so far.

  • Do not eat Christopher Ranch (UPC 74574-10852) or Garland Fresh (UPC 71894-00000 or 68826-75340) peeled garlic, any product code date
  • Return the garlic to your Tops Market store for a full refund
  • Call Tops Consumer Affairs at 1-800-522-2522 if you have questions
  • Seek medical attention immediately if you experience weakness, dizziness, double vision, trouble speaking or swallowing, or difficulty breathing

Product photos

Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic, Net Wt. 6 oz
Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic, Net Wt. 6 oz
Garland Peeled Garlic, Net Wt. 6 oz
Garland Peeled Garlic, Net Wt. 6 oz
The agency's original wording
Hazard

Tops Friendly Markets of Williamsville, NY is recalling all codes of Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic and Garland Peeled Garlic because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum due to the product being kept at insufficient temperatures. Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium w

Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported

UPC codes

  • 7457410852
  • 7189400000
  • 6882675340

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tops-issues-recall-christopher-ranch-peeled-garlic-garland-fresh-peeled-garlic-because-possible

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