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Coast Tropical Jalapeno Peppers — possible Salmonella Javiana
Potential Salmonella Javiana contamination
Yes. As of Sep 8, 2026, Coast Tropical Jalapeno Peppers by Coast Tropical is recalled: the notice was posted Aug 26, 2026 for Potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The source rates it a serious health risk.
What happened
Coast Citrus Distributors is recalling bulk jalapeno peppers sold under the Coast Tropical label because they may be contaminated with Salmonella Javiana. The peppers were packed between July 1 and July 31, 2026, and shipped in bulk containers to wholesale distributors, mainly in central and east coast states, but they have since reached other parts of the country. These are bulk items meant for further processing, and no direct retail sales have been identified.
What to do
If you are a distributor or processor who received these bulk jalapeno peppers with pack dates in July 2026, do not use or sell them. Contact Coast Citrus Distributors for further instructions. Consumers who may have purchased jalapenos from an affected distributor should ask their supplier if the product is part of this recall.
| Product | UPC | Lot / codes | Best by | Package |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalapeno Pepper, bulk packaging (10lbs, 40lbs, 35lbs, 20lbs, 38lbs, 1 1/9 Bushel), Product of Mexico | 7329660811373296600558732966109277329660055973296610705502060042710 | No lot code information; recall covers pack dates 07/01/2026 through 07/31/2026 | — | Bulk cardboard packaging, various sizes |
Nationwide
- OPENFDA — primary source, first seen Sep 8, 2026
Brand history: Coast Tropical · Report an error · Extraction confidence 85%
Questions
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Is Coast Tropical Jalapeno Peppers recalled?
Yes. As of Sep 8, 2026, Coast Tropical Jalapeno Peppers by Coast Tropical is recalled: the notice was posted Aug 26, 2026 for Potential Salmonella Javiana contamination. The source rates it a serious health risk.
What should I do?
If you are a distributor or processor who received these bulk jalapeno peppers with pack dates in July 2026, do not use or sell them. Contact Coast Citrus Distributors for further instructions. Consumers who may have purchased jalapenos from an affected distributor should ask their supplier if the product is part of this recall.
Where was it sold?
The notice names no retailer. Distribution: Nationwide.
Which lot codes and UPCs are affected?
1 product listed. UPCs: 7329660811373296600558732966109277329660055973296610705502060042710. Lot codes: No lot code information; recall covers pack dates 07/01/2026 through 07/31/2026. Match the code printed on your package, not the product name.
When did the company start pulling it?
The company started pulling it on Jul 22, 2026. The FDA listed it publicly on Aug 26, 2026, 35 days later.