The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0452-2017·Announced 2016-11-23

Sauer's Taco Seasoning Recalled Due to Undeclared Peanut Ingredient

C.F. Sauer Company is recalling Sauer's Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning because a cumin ingredient tested positive for peanut protein.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which is defined as a serious health hazard. Additionally, the recall involves undeclared peanut, a major allergen, which poses a risk of severe allergic reaction.

Plain-English summary

C.F. Sauer Company is recalling 719 cases of Sauer's Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning, 14 oz. The product was distributed throughout the United States. The specific lot affected is identified by Product ID 09273 and Lot # 14230R.

The recall was initiated after the firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) purchased for the product had tested positive for peanut protein. Peanut is a major food allergen, and its presence in the seasoning was not declared on the product label.

Consumers with this specific lot of Sauer's Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning should stop using the product and check with the manufacturer for further instructions. Individuals with a peanut allergy should avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
SAUER'S REDUCED SODIUM TACO SEASONING,14oz.
Manufacturer
C.F. Sauer Company
Affected units
719

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)

  • PRODUCT ID 09273 LOT # 14230R

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 10 recalled by C.F. Sauer Company under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 10 products in this recall →