The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0498-2020·Announced 2020-01-22

Emesa Foods Premium Sesame Tahini Recalled for Salmonella

Emesa Foods is recalling Premium Sesame Tahini because the product tested positive for Salmonella. The recall affects 23 cases distributed in Michigan and Texas.

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 mandates a minimum score of 4, and the presence of a high-risk pathogen (Salmonella) with a positive test result elevates the severity to Critical per the rubric's criteria for significant health risks.

Plain-English summary

Emesa Foods Co is recalling 23 cases of Emesa Foods Premium Sesame Tahini, packaged in 28.2oz plastic jars. The product has a UPC of 850005298267 and a Best By date of 02/25/2021.

The recall was initiated because the product tested positive for Salmonella. The affected product was distributed in Michigan and Texas.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Emesa Foods Premium Sesame Tahini, in 28.2oz plastic jars, UPC 850005298267, 6 jars per case
Manufacturer
EMESA FOODS CO
Category
Food — Condiments / Spreads
Hazard
Affected units
23

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)

  • Best By: 02/25/2021

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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