Thomson International, Inc.: Food Recall in 2020 - (Recall #: F-1275-2020)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2020.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Sweet Yellow onions; Packed under brand names of Thomson Premium, TLC Thomson International. Thomson Premium: 50 lb. mesh sack -No UPC TLC Thomson International; 40 lb. Carton - No UPC

Product Classification:

Class I

Date Initiated: August 1, 2020

Date Posted: September 2, 2020

Recall Number: F-1275-2020

Event ID: 86156

Reason for Recall:

Traceback investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella Newport illnesses found red onions to be a suspect vehicle for the outbreak. After notification from FDA, firm initiated a recall.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 18,750 tons - all varieties

Code Information:

ALL CODES -shipped from May 1, 2020 to present; Lot Codes: 571

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide and Canada

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated