Target
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Sunrise Growers Frozen Fruit Products
Case Name (Date)
Correa et al. v. Sunrise Growers, Inc.
23-cv-6087, E.D.N.Y.
(Aug. 2023)
Hayes v. SunOpta, Inc. and Sunrise Growers, Inc.
23-cv-4205, D.S.C.
(Aug. 2023)
Product/Service
Sunrise Growers frozen fruit products, including Walmart’s Great Value Mixed Fruit, Whole Foods Market’s 365 Organic Pineapple Chunks, Trader Joe’s Organic Tropical Fruit Blend, and others
Allegations
Failing to disclose that products contain, or are at risk of containing, a bacterium (listeria monocytogenes) that could lead to serious adverse health consequences
Status
Pending
Legal Action
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