Black River Industries Recalls Italian Spice Blend Due to Plastic Contamination
Black River Industries is recalling Italian Spice Blend Salt Free because it may contain plastic foreign material. The product was distributed to Wisconsin correctional facilities.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
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 low probability of serious adverse health consequences. The hazard is a foreign material (plastic) without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Black River Industries is recalling 22 lbs. of Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 20 Lb. bulk boxes. The recall was initiated because the product may contain a foreign material, specifically plastic. The affected product is identified by Lot # 12318.
The recall was expanded on November 27, 2018, to include Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt, which may also contain plastic foreign material. The source text notes that the product was not labeled for resale.
The affected product was distributed to Wisconsin correctional facilities. Consumers who have this product should stop using it and follow instructions from the recalling firm or the FDA regarding disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 20 Lb. bulk boxes. Ingredients; Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram & Spices. Not labeled for Resale.
- Manufacturer
- Black River Industries
- Category
- Food — Spices and Seasonings
- Hazard
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)
- Lot # 12318
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 3 recalled by Black River Industries 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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