JFE Franchising, Inc. Recalls A Limited Number of Cucumber Products Because Of Possible Health Risk

Raleigh, N.C., Jan. 14, 2026 — JFE Franchising, Inc. is recalling a limited number of SNOWFRUIT and SNOWFOX prepackaged fresh produce items because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious illness; consumers are urged not to eat the products and to stop using them immediately. To date, no illnesses or consumer complaints have been reported in connection with this recall. The central risk is salmonellosis, which can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting and can be serious for young children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

The recall covers specific SNOWFRUIT and SNOWFOX products sold in plastic containers and labeled under the SNOWFRUIT or SNOWFOX brands, including Cucumber Slices with Tajin (UPC 639123880222), Vegetable Bowl (639123880444 and 639123880727), Mixed Melon, Cucumber & Tajin (639123940070), Cucumber, Lime & Tajin (639123880536), Large and Small Vegetable Trays (639123880567; 639123880451), Cucumber Bowl with Ranch (639123880635), Garden Salad (639123880673), Family Garden Salad (639123880659), Cobb and Family Cobb Salads (639123880697; 639123880680), Chef Salad (639123950338), Cucumber with Ranch (639123950208), Watermelon & Cucumber w/ Tajin (639123940360), Cucumber Salad (639123892430) and Spicy Cucumber Salad (639123893291); affected lot code(s) include a range of codes packed between Oct. 12, 2024, and Nov. 29, 2024 (see company lists for complete lot code(s) and sell‑by ranges). These items have been sold online and at select U.S. retailers, including Kroger stores in Texas, Louisiana, Wyoming, Arizona and Colorado, and have been sold since Oct. 12, 2024.

Consumers who have purchased affected SNOWFRUIT or SNOWFOX products should not consume them and may either return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of them; consumers seeking a refund or replacement or additional guidance should contact the company by email at [email protected] or [email protected]. For identification, consumers should review product labels and the company’s affected locations and lot code(s) lists; if you need more specific information not provided here, check the company website or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. Health questions about possible salmonella exposure should be directed to a healthcare provider.