Tomato recall now classified as highest risk level—here’s what families need to know

Before you slice up tomatoes for tonight’s dinner or your toddler’s lunchbox, take a quick look at what’s in your fridge. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded a recall of certain fresh tomato products due to possible Salmonella contamination, and some items are now under a Class I designation, the agency’s most urgent level for food safety concerns. This means there’s a reasonable chance these tomatoes could cause serious illness if consumed.

The affected products were sold in 14 states, with certain lots distributed in the Southeast now classified as high risk. While no illnesses have been reported yet, young children, pregnant women, and anyone with a weakened immune system are especially vulnerable.

What parents need to know at a glance:

Watch for symptoms like fever, diarrhea, or vomiting
Recalled tomatoes were sold in 14 states
Linked to two suppliers: Williams Farms Repack and Ray & Mascari Inc.
No reported illnesses yet, but young children are especially at risk
Products should be returned or discarded

On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially reclassified part of the Williams Farms Repack recall as Class I, the agency’s highest level of concern for food safety. This designation is reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health effects or death.

The affected tomatoes were distributed in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina between April 23 and 28. Products under Class I recall include:

4×5 2-layer
60ct 2-layer
3-count trays (UPC: 0 33383 65504 8)
5×6 25lb H&C Farms label
6×6 25lb H&C Farms label
All affected items carry lot codes R4467 or R4470.

Only some products were classified as high risk, but checking the full list is a simple way to stay on the safe side.

1. Williams Farms Repack LLC

Recall Date: May 2, 2025
Distribution Dates: April 23–28, 2025
States Affected: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Class I recalled products:
- 4×5 2-layer
- 60ct 2-layer
- 3-count trays (UPC: 0 33383 65504 8)
- 5×6 25lb H&C Farms label
- 6×6 25lb H&C Farms label
Additional recalled products:
- Combo 25lb
- 4×4 2-layer
- 60ct 18lb loose
- XL 18lb loose
Lot Codes: R4467, R4470
If you have any of these tomatoes at home, don’t panic—but do play it safe. Discard the product or return it to the store where you purchased it for a full refund. For more information, you can contact Jason Breland at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154.

2. Ray & Mascari Inc.

Recall Date: May 3, 2025
States Affected: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Wisconsin
Product Details:
- 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes in 20 oz plastic clamshells
- UPC: 7 96553 20062 1
- Lot Numbers: RM250424 15250B, RM250427 15250B
What you should do:
If you purchased these tomatoes, do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store for a full refund or dispose of them safely. For more information, contact Ray & Mascari Inc. at 317-637-0234.

Salmonella is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Children under 5 are more likely to experience severe symptoms because their immune systems are still developing.

According to the Mayo Clinic, the most common symptoms include:

Diarrhea (which may be bloody)
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain

In rare cases, Salmonella can lead to more severe conditions like arterial infections, endocarditis, or arthritis, especially in babies, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised people.

As of now, no illnesses have been linked to the recalled tomatoes. But the risk remains serious, especially for little ones. The FDA is monitoring the situation closely.

If you think you may have purchased one of the recalled items:

Check the packaging and lot codes carefully
Do not eat the tomatoes
Return them to the store for a full refund, or safely throw them away
Monitor your child for symptoms, and call a doctor if anything seems off

Contacts for questions:

Williams Farms Repack LLC:
- Phone: 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154
- Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm EST
Ray & Mascari Inc.:
- Phone: 1-317-637-0234
- Business Hours: Monday–Saturday, 6:00 am–5:00 pm EST

You’re already doing the right thing by staying informed. At Motherly, we’ll keep you updated on food safety alerts that matter for your family—so you can focus on what matters most: keeping your little ones safe and healthy.

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