Freeze Dried Fruit Recall With Possible 'Fatal Infections' Warning

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Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC initiated a nationwide recall of its Member's Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack after internal testing discovered contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a potentially life-threatening bacterium.
Why It Matters
The affected products were distributed to Sam's Club locations in over 40 states from July 1 to July 25, 2025, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) alert published on July 31.
So far, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall.
Listeria monocytogenes is known to cause listeriosis, a foodborne illness particularly dangerous for vulnerable populations like young children, the elderly, and pregnant women. Healthy people typically experience short-term ailments such as fever, headaches and diarrhea, but the infection can be fatal in people with compromised immune systems.
The FDA and USDA have stressed that resourceful recall systems are critical for minimizing the impact of foodborne illnesses on public health and for maintaining consumer confidence in the food supply chain.
A photo of a Member's Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack 15-count box recalled due to Listeria contamination.
A photo of a Member's Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack 15-count box recalled due to Listeria contamination.
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What To Know
The recall affects Member's Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack, sold in 15-count boxes with the UPC code 1 93968 50900 2.
Affected products carry lot numbers ranging from 25175 to 25206 and have use-by dates from June 24, 2027, to July 25, 2027. The products were packaged in foil pouches inside a corrugated box, with the lot number and expiration date located on the bottom.
These were distributed in Sam's Club stores across the following states:
Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia and Wyoming.
The contamination was identified during routine internal product testing by Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC. Following confirmation, and in line with FDA protocols, the company initiated a voluntary recall and coordinated with federal officials to notify the public and retail partners.
Consumers who purchased the recalled product should not eat it. They are instructed to dispose of the product immediately and may obtain a full refund at any Sam's Club location.
Additional questions can be directed to Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC's Customer Service at [phone], Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
What People Are Saying
Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC, in a statement to the FDA on July 30: "Consumers who possess the recalled product should not consume it. They are advised to discard the product and can visit any Sam's Club location for a full refund."
What Happens Next
Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC, is working with retailers and the FDA to remove affected products from the supply chain. Consumers are expected to continue receiving updates via the FDA and company channels if further risks are identified.
Federal authorities remind the public to monitor food recall alerts and properly clean surfaces that have come into contact with the recalled product to prevent cross-contamination.