Love freeze-dried fruit for a crunchy, healthy snack. You may want to double-check your stash.
Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC, is recalling a huge amount of Member’s Mark Freeze-Dried Fruit Variety Packs—those distributed in Sam’s Club stores nationwide—because they might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that may be hazardous.
According to the July 31 FDA notice, the recall includes dozens of states in the United States and thousands of snack packs sold between July 1 and July 25. Although no one is ill at this point, the contamination also poses serious health risks, especially to young children, elderly individuals, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Let’s demystify it all ahead of your next snack time.
How was the Listeria risk identified?
Listeria poisoning is not something you see, smell, or taste—but in certain cases, it can be fatal.
Headquartered in Cartersville, Georgia, Döhler detected the potential problem through routine internal testing. That is to say that the company itself flagged it before it even got reports of people getting sick, which is a bonus in terms of early identification.
The test results prompted the company to voluntarily recall the product, in coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Which products were recalled
The product being recalled is sold as a 15-count variety pack under the Member’s Mark brand and is sold exclusively at Sam’s Club.
Here are the precise details:
- Product name: Member’s Mark Freeze-Dried Fruit Variety Pack
- UPC: 1 93968 50900 2
- Packaging: Foil pouches in a cardboard box
- Lot numbers/use-by dates: June 24, 2027, to July 25, 2027 (printed on the bottom of the box)
So if you’ve purchased freeze-dried fruit from Sam’s Club recently, head to your pantry, flip the box over, and check that date.
️ Where was the product distributed
This is a nationwide recall—and then some. The fruit packs were shipped to distribution centers across 40+ states and Puerto Rico. That includes:
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, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.
If your state’s on this list—and let’s face it, it probably is—you’ll want to take a second look at any recent Sam’s Club grocery hauls.
What are the symptoms of listeria
Listeria monocytogenes isn’t just your average foodborne bug. It’s particularly dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, seniors, and the immunocompromised.
According to the CDC, here’s what to watch for:
Common Symptoms:
- Fever
- Muscle aches
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Headache
- Confusion
- Stiff neck
- Loss of balance
- Seizures
In Pregnant Women:
- Flu-like symptoms
- Risk of miscarriage or stillbirth
While healthy individuals may merely get sick for a few days, listeriosis can lead to hospitalisation or worse for some.
If you suspect you’ve consumed the recalled product and start to feel symptoms, call your doctor right away.
What to do if you brought it home
Worry not—but act quickly.
The FDA’s advice is simple:
- Do not use the product.
- Get rid of it right away.
- Visit any Sam’s Club for a refund.
You don’t have to show a receipt. If you happen to have the box (notably the lot number or use-by date), that’s okay—but not required.
Who can you call
If you have questions, call the manufacturer directly:
- Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC Customer Service
- 770-387-0451
- Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Eastern Time)
They can confirm lot numbers, offer safety information, and assist with issues related to refunds.
FAQ: Freeze-dried fruit recall edition
Q: What’s being recalled
A: The Member’s Mark Freeze-Dried Fruit Variety Pack (15-count) sold at Sam’s Club, having UPC 1 93968 50900 2 and use-by dates between June 24 and July 25, 2027.
Q: Why is it being recalled
A: The product will probably have Listeria monocytogenes, a pathogen which can make you seriously ill, most notably in weak individuals.
Q: Is there any sickness reported
A: Up to July 31, there have been no cases of illness. The recall is preventive, after internal analysis.
Q: How do I check if I have the recalled product
A: Look for the UPC and use-by date on the bottom of the box. If it’s on the recall list, throw it away.
Q: What if I already ate some
A: If you’re okay, chances are, you’re fine. But if you have symptoms like fever, headache, or stomach upset—especially if you’re pregnant or have a medical condition—call your doctor.
Q: Will I get a refund
A: Yes. Bring the product (or even the packaging alone) to any Sam’s Club store for a full refund, no questions asked.
Q: Is it safe to buy freeze-dried fruit again
A: Yes—once the contaminated batches are off the market. Food recalls are done to safeguard consumers, and the issue was caught in the nick of time.
