Onset Worldwide Recalls Nitro-Milled Black Chia Due to Salmonella
Onset Worldwide is recalling 50 lb bulk bags of Nitro-Milled Black Chia because the product tested positive for Salmonella.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this as an FDA Class I recall, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The rubric mandates a score of at least 4 for FDA Class I recalls.
Plain-English summary
Onset Worldwide has initiated a recall of Nitro-Milled Black Chia, packaged in 50 lb bulk Kraft paper bags with blue plastic liners. The recall is being conducted because the finished product tested positive for the presence of Salmonella.
The affected product is identified by the code OWW-9358-112119. The total quantity involved in this recall is 500 lbs. Distribution was limited to the United States, with the product shipped to one consignee.
Consumers who possess this product should stop using it immediately. Because the product tested positive for Salmonella, it poses a risk of foodborne illness. Individuals should contact the recalling firm for further instructions on disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Onset Worldwide, Nitro-Milled Black Chia, Unit size: 50 lb Bulk
- Manufacturer
- Onset Worldwide
- Category
- Food — Bulk Food Ingredients
- Hazard
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- OWW-9358-112
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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