Following FDA Consumer Warning, H-E-B Issues Precautionary Recall for Products Containing Raw Jalapeños

San Antonio – July 21, 2008 –The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning asking consumers to avoid eating raw jalapeño peppers or foods made from raw jalapeños to prevent additional cases of Salmonella illnesses.  H-E-B is issuing a precautionary recall of all fresh jalapeños, fresh pico de gallo and prepared items containing raw jalapeños.

The recall by H-E-B is voluntary and only a precaution. No customers have reported any illnesses. Committed to ensuring the safety of its customers, H-E-B is removing the products from its stores immediately.

“Ensuring the safety of our customers is a top priority for H-E-B,” said Winell Herron, H-E-B Group Vice President of Public Affairs and Diversity. “We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will return the product to our stores once it is absolutely safe for our customers.”

About H-E-B
For more than 100 Years, H-E-B has been an innovative retailer. Known for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience at every day low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs more than 67,000 Partners and serves millions of customers in more than 150 communities throughout Texas and Mexico. For more information, visit www.heb.com.