Frozen Berries Sold at Walmart, Trader Joe’s Recalled; E. Coli Risk Noted

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of frozen berries sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s stores, citing potential contamination with E. coli bacteria. The recall includes Great Value brand frozen organic blueberries and frozen organic Triple Berry Blend sold at Walmart, and Trader Joe’s frozen organic Mixed Berry Blend.

Great Value frozen organic blueberries were sold in 10-ounce bags. Affected packages have a UPC code of 7874211213 and specific lot codes: 6 019 01, 6 040 01, and 6 163 01. The best if used by dates for these products are Jan. 19, 2028; Feb. 9, 2028; and June 12, 2028.

The Great Value frozen organic Triple Berry Blend contains strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries. These packages have a UPC code of 7874211226 and lot codes of 6 031 01 and 6 041 01. Their best if used by dates are Jan. 31, 2028, and Feb. 10, 2028.

These Great Value products were distributed to Walmart stores in 30 states, including Ohio, along with Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin, as well as Puerto Rico.

Separately, Trader Joe’s frozen organic Mixed Berry Blend is also part of the recall. This blend includes strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, sold in 12-ounce packages. Recalled Trader Joe’s products have a UPC code of 00977654, a lot code of 6 051 01, and a best before date of Feb. 20, 2028.

The Trader Joe’s recall impacts stores in 26 states and the District of Columbia. These states include Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled frozen berry products are advised not to consume them. Instead, the FDA recommends disposing of the products or returning them to the store of purchase for a full refund.

For additional questions regarding the recall, consumers may contact Comfrut directly. Comfrut can be reached via email at [email protected] or by calling 336-899-5612. Their customer service is available on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern time.

This recall is linked to a broader recall of frozen organic blueberries manufactured and sold by Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. of San Carlos, Chile. According to the FDA, a total of 17 individuals were infected with E. coli between May and August 2026, with six of those requiring hospitalization. E. coli infection can lead to severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. In some cases, particularly in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems, it can result in a serious condition known as hemolytic uremic syndrome.