‘Contaminated’ tomatoes recalled over risk they’ll cause ‘fatal illness’ – they were ‘repacked’ and sold in 14 states

CONSUMERS have been warned about two tomato recalls that could have very serious consequences.

The contaminated tomatoes, produced and sold by different manufacturers, were recalled in over 14 states.

Woman shopping in a supermarket.
The FDA issued two alerts about tomatoes that could be contaminated with SalmonellaCredit: Getty
Recalled Williams Farms tomatoes box.
Williams Farms Repack issued the first recall regarding the possible Salmonella contaminationCredit: FDA

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued two recalls only a day apart regarding the same common produce item.

Williams Farms Repack issued the first recall regarding the possible Salmonella contamination of the company’s tomatoes.

The FDA released a warning on May 2, 2025, even though Southeast Tomato Distributors had already informed the company about potentially contaminated tomatoes from H&C Farms on April 29, 2025.

Three states were sold the contaminated tomatoes: Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

The product was sold to wholesalers and distributors between April 23, 2025, and April 28, 2025.

So far, the FDA is not aware of any reported illnesses.

Any customer who purchased Williams Farms tomatoes around that timeframe was urged to return the product for a full refund or discard it.

The second alert, issued on May 3, 2025, targeted Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indianapolis, Indiana, which recalled 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes.

The recalled product was being sold in eleven states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

The produce company withdrew the item from the market because there was a likelihood of Salmonella presence in their facility at Hanshaw & Capling Farms in Immokalee, Florida, as stated in the alert.

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“Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems,” the FDA alert read.

“Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.”

If Salmonella gets into the bloodstream, there is a chance of contracting more serious illnesses like arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.

The product was packaged in a 4-count plastic clamshell container with a “VINE RIPE TOMATOES” label.

FDA Recalls Contimainated Tomatoes

Williams Farms Repack LLC

Williams Farms Repack LLC is recalling tomatoes due to a potential contamination with Salmonella. On April 29, 2025, the firm was notified via telephone by Southeast Tomato Distributors that tomatoes supplied from H&C Farms may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The products were distributed between 4/23/2025 to 4/28/2025. These products were packaged and sold to wholesalers and distributors located in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Consumers with questions may contact Jason Breland at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. EST.

Ray & Mascari Inc. 

Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indianapolis, Indiana, is recalling 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes packaged in clam shell containers. This product is sold in plastic clamshells containing 4 tomatoes with a VINE RIPE TOMATOES label. The recalled tomatoes were sold by Gordon Food Service Stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

Consumers with questions or reports of any illness may contact Ray & Mascari Inc. at 1-317-637-0234, Monday- Saturday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

Source: FDA Recalls

Consumers who have purchased the product have been asked to dispose of it immediately.

Although no illnesses have been reported, customers who have experienced symptoms were urged to contact Ray & Mascari Inc. at 1-317-637-0234, Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.

In total, fourteen states were impacted by the tomato recalls.

The FDA website provides a detailed list of recalled products, including food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices.

Anyone interested in finding out more information about a specific recalled item or company can search their online archive.

Consumers who want to be notified about recalled items can sign up for emails through the FDA website.

The FDA has already issued over 50 public recalls regarding food and beverages this year.

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