The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0682-2020·Announced 2020-02-19

Morton Salt Canisters Recalled for Mislabeling Iodized Salt as Plain Salt

Morton Salt Inc. is recalling 26 oz canisters of iodized salt that were incorrectly labeled as plain salt, resulting in undeclared dextrose and potassium iodide.

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 III, which indicates a remote probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard involves undeclared ingredients (dextrose and potassium iodide) rather than a high-risk pathogen or common allergen, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity labeling error.

Plain-English summary

Morton Salt Inc. is recalling 26 oz (737 g) canisters of iodized salt that were mistakenly labeled with plain salt labels. The product, which states "THIS SALT DOES NOT SUPPLY IODIDE" on the label, actually contains dextrose and potassium iodide, which are not declared on the packaging.

The recall involves 4 pallets containing a total of 5,376 canisters. The specific lot number is SS19275025, with a UPC of 2460001001 and a Best By date of 9/30/2024. The distribution pattern is listed as NC.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their labels for the specific lot number and UPC. If the product matches the description, consumers should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
MORTON SALT;THIS SALT DOES NOT SUPPLY IODIDE; 26 oz (1LB., 10 OZ) 737 g; packed in 24 canisters per case
Manufacturer
Morton Salt Inc.

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 (3)

  • Lot #SS19275025
  • UPC: 2460001001
  • Best By: 9/30/2024

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: