The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0648-2018·Announced 2018-01-17

Spice Chain Recalls Paprika Powder Due to Beetle Complaints

Spice Chain Corporation is recalling Krasdale Paprika Powder after consumers reported 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 of temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The hazard is the presence of foreign objects (beetles), which is a contamination issue without reported serious injury or death.

Plain-English summary

Spice Chain Corporation has initiated a recall of Paprika Powder Krasdale 12/2.75oz. The recall was initiated after the company received several consumer complaints regarding the presence of beetles in retail containers.

The affected product is Paprika Powder Krasdale 12/2.75oz, manufactured by Spice Chain Corporation. The total quantity involved in the recall is 2318.65 lbs. All product sold by Spice Chain was shipped within the United States.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot numbers listed in the official recall notice. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Paprika Powder Krasdale 12/2.75oz, Krasdale

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.

See all 9 products in this recall →