Celery

Also listed as Celery Stalks and Fresh Celery.

Produce

This is what the ingredient is.

Celery is a crunchy stalk vegetable. Labels may say celery or celery stalks.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is eaten raw, cooked in soups and stews, and used as a flavor base.

Here is what food agencies say.

Conventional produce under FDA produce safety expectations.

Here is what research has found.

Celery can appear in pathogen-related produce advisories when tied to outbreak traceback.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Wash thoroughly. Celery is a priority allergen in some countries outside the US.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/16/2026