The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0645-2018·Announced 2018-01-17

Spice Chain Recalls Paprika Due to Beetle Complaints

Spice Chain Corporation is recalling Paprika Sweet American Garden after consumer complaints of finding beetles in retail containers.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically involves a reasonable probability that the use of the product will not cause serious adverse health consequences. The hazard is the presence of beetles, which is a quality issue rather than a high-risk pathogen or allergen.

Plain-English summary

Spice Chain Corporation has initiated a recall of Paprika Sweet American Garden 12/3.25oz, Global Food Export. The recall was initiated after the company received several consumer complaints regarding the presence of beetles in retail containers.

The affected product was shipped within the United States. The specific lot number is 021320PASW70AG. The total quantity involved is 1043.27 lbs.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific lot number and product description. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Paprika Sweet American Garden 12/3.25oz, Global Food Export
Manufacturer
Spice Chain Corporation
Category
Food — Spices
Hazard

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 9 recalled by Spice Chain Corporation 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.

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