Italian Parsley Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Pacific International Marketing issued a voluntary recall of bulk Italian Parsley on October 28, 2025. The company sells the parsley under the brand name Pacific. It acted after a sample tested positive for Salmonella on October 6, 2025. The recall covers 474 cases sold only to wholesale buyers. Buyers received 30- or 60-count bunches or 24-count bags. Wholesalers in eight states, including Arizona, California and Ohio, received the parsley. No illnesses have been reported to date. This recall has been completed, and the FDA has terminated it. Consumers who still have the recalled parsley should discard it or return it for a refund.

Latest Italian Parsley Recall Updates

October 28, 2025: Pacific International Marketing Recalls Italian Parsley

Lab work on an early-October sample found Salmonella in Pacific International Marketing’s bulk Italian Parsley, prompting that day’s recall of 474 cases, according to the FDA company announcement. CBS News also covered the recall [1]. The recall affects 30- and 60-count bunches under UPC 40695 80125 and 24-count bags under UPC 40695 80120. Pacific had already shipped the parsley to wholesale buyers in eight states before the recall was announced.

Which Italian Parsley Are Affected?

Pacific International Marketing recalled the following Italian Parsley products, sold under the brand name Pacific:

• 30-count bunches, UPC 40695 80125, twist-tied
• 60-count bunches, UPC 40695 80125, twist-tied
• 24-count bags, UPC 40695 80120

The UPC code is printed on the package label. Pacific shipped the parsley to wholesale buyers between September 22 and 25, 2025. It carries a shelf life of 18 days from its October 10, 2025 harvest date. Pacific sold the parsley only to wholesale customers, not directly to consumers. It shipped to buyers in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada and Ohio. The California Department of Public Health independently confirmed the recall through its Food and Drug Branch, matching the same products, dates and UPC codes [2]. Anyone who received the recalled Italian Parsley through a wholesale buyer in one of these states may have gotten the recalled product.

Why Was Italian Parsley Recalled?

Pacific International Marketing recalled its Italian Parsley because a sample tested positive for Salmonella. The company collected the sample on October 6, 2025. Lab results confirmed the contamination. Pacific issued the recall as a precaution for any parsley still in circulation, even though the product’s short shelf life meant most of the recalled batch would already be off store shelves by the announcement. The company told its wholesale buyers directly and posted the recall through the FDA. The notice does not list a recall, campaign, or event number, a detail the agency’s public posting leaves blank for this particular case.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled Italian Parsley, per the FDA’s posting announcing the recall. Pacific recalled the parsley as a precaution once lab work confirmed Salmonella. A reported illness does not prove a product caused it. The absence of reports does not rule out unreported cases. Anyone who became sick after eating the recalled parsley should contact a doctor and report it to the FDA. The recall notice reflects reports known as of the day Pacific announced the recall. The FDA’s own reporting system collects illness reports like these, the same channel listed in the consumer steps below.

What Should Consumers Do?

Anyone who has or may have bought the recalled Italian Parsley should take the following steps:

1. Check any bulk parsley you bought for UPC 40695 80125 or UPC 40695 80120.
2. Do not eat any parsley that matches either UPC code, even if it looks fine.
3. Discard the parsley, or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
4. Watch for signs of Salmonella illness, such as fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
5. Seek medical care right away for severe symptoms, especially in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
6. Contact Pacific International Marketing at 831-759-8301 or customerservice@pim4u.com with questions.
7. Report an illness to the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Legal Options

No lawsuit, multidistrict case, or class action has been filed over this recall. The federal multidistrict litigation list has no matching entry [3]. Searches found no related case. A recall does not automatically prove liability. It does not prove eligibility for compensation either. Anyone who got sick from the parsley may have grounds for a claim. A free case review looks at the specific facts of a potential food-poisoning claim. It does not promise a result or any payment.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines for a food-poisoning or product-liability claim depend on where the claimant lives. Each state sets its own rule. The deadline also depends on when the illness and any diagnosis happened. Some states start the clock at diagnosis, not at exposure. Missing a deadline can end a claim, even one backed by strong facts. Anyone weighing a claim over this Italian Parsley recall should talk to a lawyer soon, before records or memories fade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Italian Parsley Still Being Recalled?

Italian Parsley is no longer being recalled. The FDA’s recall page for Pacific International Marketing shows the case as completed and terminated. Pacific’s recall notice lists its return address as P.O. Box 3737, Salinas, CA 93912-3737, for anyone returning the product by mail.

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella Poisoning?

Symptoms of Salmonella poisoning include fever, diarrhea, which may be bloody, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. They usually start 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food and last 4 to 7 days.

Can Salmonella Poisoning Cause Serious Complications?

Yes, in rare cases Salmonella poisoning can cause serious complications. The infection can spread into the bloodstream and lead to arterial infections, endocarditis or arthritis. These complications are more common among children, older adults, and people whose immune systems are already weakened.

How Do I Contact Pacific International Marketing About This Recall?

You can contact Pacific International Marketing about this recall by calling 831-759-8301 or emailing customerservice@pim4u.com. The company answers calls from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific time, Monday through Friday. You can also reach the FDA’s consumer line at 1-888-INFO-FDA.

Did Pacific International Marketing Notify Its Customers Directly?

Yes, Pacific International Marketing notified its wholesale buyers directly, and made the recall public through the FDA. The FDA listed the recall under its Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts program for consumers.

Can I Return the Recalled Italian Parsley by Mail?

Yes, you can return the recalled Italian Parsley by mail instead of taking it to a store. Pacific International Marketing’s recall notice gives a mailing address, P.O. Box 3737 in Salinas, California, for buyers who send the product back that way.

References

1. https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/video/fda-recalls-italian-parsley-over-salmonella-risk/
2. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CEH/DFDCS/CDPH%20Document%20Library/FDB/FoodSafetyProgram/FoodRecalls/October2025/fdbFrPIM2n.pdf
3. https://www.jpml.uscourts.gov/pending-mdls-0