- Date Issued: December 4, 2024
- Announced by FDA: December 4, 2024
- Announced by JFE Franchising, Inc.: December 4, 2024
- Company: JFE Franchising, Inc., based in Houston, TX
- Products: Various cucumber-based items under Snowfruit and Snowfox brands
- Issue: Potential contamination with Salmonella
- Details: Products were sold at Kroger stores in Texas, Louisiana, Wyoming, Arizona, and Colorado, distributed in plastic containers.
- Action: Consumers are advised not to consume these products, return them for a refund, or safely dispose of them.
Stick around to find out more about this recall and what you should do next!
What happened?
On December 4, 2024, JFE Franchising, Inc. voluntarily recalled various cucumber products under their Snowfruit and Snowfox brands. This recall was prompted by potential contamination with Salmonella, which can cause severe foodborne illness. While no illnesses have been reported yet, the company acted proactively after connecting the issue to a previous recall by Sunfed Produce, LLC.
Product Details
SNOWFRUIT Product Description | UPC |
Cucumber Slices with Tajin | 639123880222 |
Vegetable Bowl | 639123880444 |
Mixed Melon, Cucumber & Tajin | 639123940070 |
Cucumber, Lime & Tajin | 639123880536 |
Large Vegetable Tray | 639123880567 |
Vegetable Bowl | 639123880727 |
Cucumber Bowl with Ranch | 639123880635 |
Small Vegetable Tray | 639123880451 |
Garden Salad | 639123880673 |
Family Garden Salad | 639123880659 |
Family Cobb Salad | 639123880680 |
Cobb Salad | 639123880697 |
Cucumber with Ranch | 639123950208 |
Chef Salad | 639123950338 |
Watermelon & Cucumber w/ Tajin | 639123940360 |
SNOWFRUIT Product Description | UPC |
Cucumber Salad | 639123892430 (Sell by 10/24 – 12/6/24) |
Spicy Cucumber Salad | 639123893291 (Sell by 10/24 – 12/6/24) |
| PRODUCTS Cucumber Slices with Tajin 639123880222 Vegetable Bowl 639123880444 Mixed Melon, Cucumber & Tajin 639123940070 Cucumber, Lime & Tajin 639123880536 Large Vegetable Tray 639123880567 Vegetable Bowl 639123880727 Cucumber Bowl with Ranch 639123880635 Watermelon & Cucumber w/ Tajin 639123940360 | SELL BY 10/12/2024 THROUGH 12/5/2024 | Lot Information K009F K010F K014F K017F K038 FK108F K115F K117F K121F K122F K128F K130F K131F K136F K137F K138F K142F K144F K145F K146F | Lot Information K191F K209F K213F K224F K381F K402F K403F K413F K427F K429F K431F K435F K436F K439F K445F K448F K451F K456F K460F K461F | Lot Information KS009F KS011F KS013F KS028F KS033F KS044F KS061F KS064F KS068F KS073F KS074F KS075F KS077F KS079F KS080F KS088F KS091F KS097F KS099F KS101F |
| PRODUCTS Garden Salad 639123880673 Family Garden Salad 639123880659 Family Cobb Salad 639123880680 Cobb Salad 639123880697 Chef Salad 639123950338 | SELL BY 10/12/2024 THROUGH 12/4/2024 | Lot Information K149F K150F K156F K161F K179F K190F K223F K241F K256F K264F K275F K300F K302F K307F K308F K309F K310F K311F K312F K313F K314F K316F K318F K319F K320F K321F K322F K325F K327F K328F K331F K334F K336F K337F K342F K343F K346F K347F K349F K351F K352F K354F K355F K356F K357F K358F K359F K361F K362F K363F K364F K365F K366F K367F K371F K373F K374F K375F K376F K378F K383F K385F K389F K390F K392F K394F K395F K396F K397F K398F K600F K607F K732F K733F K734F K735F K737F K738F K739F K740F K743F K744F K746F K747F K748F K974F | Lot Infromation K488F K493F K495F K509F K511F K512F K516F K517F K518F K520F K521F K522F K526F K527F K528F K529F K530F K532F K533F K534F K535F K536F K537F K538F K539F K540F K542F K543F K544F K545F K546F K547F K548F K557F K559F K560F K561F K562F K563F K565F K566F K567F K568F K570F K572F K573F K574F K575F K576F K577F K578F K579F K580F K581F K582F K584F K585F K586F K587F K588F K589F K590F K591F K592F K594F K596F K598F K599F K688F K689F K695F K807F K817F K824F K844F K851F K870F K879F K893F K917F K953F K959F K990F K492F K957F K450F K415F K984F | Lot Information KS102F KS104F KS105F KS107F KS112F KS116F KS117F KS118F KS125F KS126F KS129F KS132F KS138F KS136F KS147F KS406F KS414F CM419F CM420F KS421F KS426F KS434F KS440F KS447F KS087F CM405F KS443F CM410F KS433F F612F F615F F622F F657F F658F F665F F667F F676F F678F F681F F686F F692F F693F F694F F698F |
Distribution Areas: Products were sold at select Kroger retail stores in Texas, Louisiana, Wyoming, Arizona, and Colorado.
What caused the issue?
Salmonella can cause:
- Fever
- Diarrhea (sometimes bloody)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain
At-risk groups include:
- Children under 5 years old
- Elderly individuals
- People with weakened immune systems
The symptoms typically appear 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and last 4–7 days. Severe cases can lead to complications like bloodstream infections or arthritis.
Here’s what you should Do
If you’ve purchased the affected products, take the following steps:
- Do not consume the product.
- Check the label for the product name, UPC, and best-by date to confirm it matches the recall list.
- Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it safely.
- Contact JFE Franchising for further information:
- Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Behind the brand
JFE Franchising, Inc. is recognized for distributing fresh produce products under its Snowfruit and Snowfox brands. On November 27, 2024, a recall issued by their supplier, Sunfed Produce, identified potential contamination. Incidents like this underscore the vital importance of robust food safety protocols. In recent weeks, similar recalls have been announced by Walmart, Baloian Farms, and Russ Davis Wholesale.
“When faced with a recall, the goal isn’t just resolution but evolution. Each challenge presents a chance to refine practices and reinforce consumer trust.” Eran Mizrahi, Source86’ CEO.
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