Bulk parsley recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
A certain brand is recalling parsley due to a possible contamination.
According to the recall alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall affects Pacific International Marketing cases of bulk Italian Parsley.
The reason cited for the recall is due to the possible presence of a contamination of Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the recall.
Within the release, it states that the parsley was shipped to several wholesalers across the United States, including Ohio. The bulk parsley was shipped in cases between September 22 and September 25, 2025.
Cases would have contained 30 and 60 bunches of parsley with a twist tie or 24-count bunches with a twist tie in bags, intended for wholesale distribution.
The Universal Product Code for the 30 and 60 bunches is listed as 40695, located on the twist tie. Additionally, the Universal Product Code for the parsley bags is listed as 40695 80120.
Pacific International Marketing was notified that a sample taken on October 6 tested positive. As a result, the product should no longer be available directly to the consumer.
Salmonella is described in the release as an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail and elderly people and others with weakened immune systems.
Symptoms of Salmonella could include:
- Fever
- Diarrhea, which may be bloody
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
Additionally, in rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and causing more severe illnesses, including arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.
Symptoms may typically appear between 12 to 72 hours after consuming the contaminated food, and may last between 4 to 7 days.
Businesses that have purchased the recalled product have been notified, and any consumers who have the recalled product in their possession are encouraged to throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
Anyone with questions may call Pacific International Marketing between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. EST on Monday through Friday at 831-759-8301.
The company is assisting the FDA with its investigation while also performing its own internal investigation, according to the recall notice.
