Del Mar Organic Spinach Recall Class Action Lawsuit

Overview

Sno Pac Foods, a Minnesota-based company, has voluntarily recalled two types of its organic frozen spinach products—Del Mar 35-pound Bulk Organic Frozen Spinach and Sno Pac 10-ounce Organic Frozen Cut Spinach—due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recall, announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on October 1, 2025, affects products distributed nationwide in retail stores and through distributors. The contamination risk stems from the nature of Listeria, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

While no illnesses have been reported as of the recall date, the FDA has urged consumers to dispose of the products or return them for a refund, emphasizing the importance of immediate action to prevent potential outbreaks. The affected Del Mar Bulk Organic Frozen Spinach has lot codes 250107A, 250107B, 250107C, 250107D, 2501071, and 2501073 with an expiry date of January 7, 2027.

The Sno Pac 10-ounce Organic Frozen Cut Spinach includes lot codes SPM1.190.5 (best by July 9, 2027), SPC1.160.5 and SPC2.160.5 (best by June 9, 2027), and SPM1.097.5 (best by April 7, 2027). Sno Pac Foods has suspended production while investigating the contamination source. [1].

This recall is part of a broader pattern of Listeria concerns in frozen vegetables, following similar alerts for products like recalled spinach from other suppliers in 2024. The absence of reported illnesses does not diminish the risk, as Listeria symptoms can mimic the flu and go undiagnosed, with a 20% fatality rate in high-risk groups.

The products’ nationwide distribution through retail and wholesale channels amplifies the potential plaintiff class, including families who may have stored the spinach in freezers. Legal action may target Sno Pac Foods’ supply chain oversight, with precedents like the 2018 Kroger spinach recall, which settled for $2.5 million due to contamination issues. As investigations continue, victims are documenting purchases and health concerns to build claims for compensation.

Affected Product Details

The recall includes:

Del Mar 35-pound Bulk Organic Frozen Spinach: Lot codes 250107A, 250107B, 250107C, 250107D, 2501071, and 2501073. Expiry date January 7, 2027. Sold nationwide in bulk to distributors and retailers.
Sno Pac 10-ounce Organic Frozen Cut Spinach: Lot codes SPM1.190.5 (best by July 9, 2027), SPC1.160.5 and SPC2.160.5 (best by June 9, 2027), and SPM1.097.5 (best by April 7, 2027). Sold in retail stores nationwide.

These products, packaged in plastic bags, are identifiable by the brand names and lot codes on the labeling. Sno Pac Foods has suspended production and is notifying distributors while urging consumers to discard or return the items for refunds.

Hazards of Listeria-Contaminated Frozen Spinach

Listeria monocytogenes in frozen spinach poses acute threats:

Severe Listeriosis: Leads to fever, muscle pain, and digestive issues, escalating to meningitis or sepsis.
Vulnerable Groups: Pregnant women risk miscarriage or stillbirth; newborns may develop meningitis; older adults and immunocompromised individuals face high mortality.
Symptom Onset Delay: Manifestations emerge 1–4 weeks after consumption, delaying diagnosis.
Refrigeration Tolerance: Listeria survives freezing, facilitating spread to other foods or surfaces.

Listeriosis ranks as the third-deadliest foodborne illness, with a 20% fatality rate among at-risk populations.

Symptoms of Listeria Infection from Contaminated Spinach

Those consuming the recalled Del Mar Organic Frozen Spinach or Sno Pac Organic Frozen Cut Spinach may develop:

Initial Indicators: Fever, chills, nausea, or muscle aches within 1–4 weeks.
Digestive Symptoms: Diarrhea, headaches, or neck stiffness signaling meningitis.
Critical Escalations: Seizures, confusion, or shock in progressed cases.
Maternal Complications: Flu-like symptoms resulting in miscarriage or neonatal infections.
Enduring Impacts: Neurological impairment or persistent fatigue among survivors.

Treatment expenses span $5,000 for hospital admissions to $50,000 or more for intensive care, especially for meningitis or sepsis.

Recall Remedy and Consumer Actions

The FDA public health alert directs:

Abstain from consuming the recalled Del Mar Bulk Organic Frozen Spinach or Sno Pac Organic Frozen Cut Spinach with the specified lot codes and best-by dates.
Dispose of the products or return them to the retailer for full refunds.
Sanitize refrigerators, utensils, and surfaces potentially exposed to the products to avert cross-contamination.

Sno Pac Foods is contacting known buyers, and retailers are facilitating refunds. The FDA advocates meticulous cleaning after handling recalled items. Retaining receipts and documenting symptoms is vital for prospective legal claims, as investigations may prompt additional recalls.

Potential for a Class Action Lawsuit

The Listeria risk in Sno Pac Foods’ Del Mar Organic Frozen Spinach and Sno Pac Organic Frozen Cut Spinach, stemming from a supplier alert, establishes grounds for class action lawsuits against Sno Pac Foods and its distributors. Potential legal claims encompass:

Product Liability: Asserting manufacturing flaws permitted Listeria contamination, breaching food safety regulations.
Negligence: Alleging insufficient testing and oversight by Sno Pac Foods.
Failure to Warn: Claiming postponed alerts and inadequate consumer notifications.
Breach of Warranty: Arguing the products were unfit for consumption despite implied safety assurances.

Victims may pursue compensation for medical expenses ($10,000–$100,000 for grave cases), lost wages, emotional distress, and punitive damages for negligence. The recall’s nationwide distribution indicates a substantial plaintiff class, akin to the 2018 Kroger spinach Listeria case, which settled for $2.5 million. Ongoing probes may expose supply chain lapses, fortifying claims. Successful litigation could impose rigorous food safety measures for frozen vegetables and compulsory third-party testing for organic producers.

Do I Have a Del Mar Organic Spinach Class Action Lawsuit?

The Class Action Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers focusing on the representation of plaintiffs in Del Mar Organic Spinach lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new Listeria infection cases in all 50 states.

Free Del Mar Organic Spinach Class Action Lawsuit Evaluation: If you or a loved one has experienced Listeria infection or related complications after consuming Del Mar Organic Frozen Spinach or Sno Pac Organic Frozen Cut Spinach, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a Del Mar Organic Spinach class action suit, and our lawyers can help.

References

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/organic-frozen-spinach-recall-listeria-sno-pac-foods/