The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0775-2021·Announced 2021-07-21

Caribbean Belize Spices Caribbean Rub Recalled for Undeclared Wheat

Caribbean Belize LLC is recalling Caribbean Rub spice bottles because they contain undeclared wheat, which poses a risk to consumers with wheat allergies or celiac disease.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves allergen mislabeling of a common allergen (wheat). The source text identifies undeclared wheat as the hazard and the FDA classifies it as Class II. While no illnesses are reported in the source, allergen mislabeling on a major allergen represents a high-risk scenario per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Caribbean Belize LLC is recalling Caribbean Belize Spices Caribbean Rub (Net Wt. 3.5oz/99g) in plastic bottles with black caps due to the presence of undeclared wheat allergen.

The recalled product was distributed in California, Michigan, South Carolina, New York, Iowa, and Illinois. The affected lot is Lot Number 0304232106 with a Best By date of 04/23/24. A total of 9 bottles have been recalled.

Wheat is a major food allergen, and consumers with wheat allergies or celiac disease who consume this product face the risk of allergic reaction or adverse health effects. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not use it. Those with wheat allergies or sensitivities should consult a healthcare provider if they have already consumed the product. For more information, consumers may contact the recalling firm or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
Caribbean Belize Spices Caribbean Rub, Net Wt. 3.5oz (99g) Plastic bottle with black cap Sold as single bottles
Manufacturer
Caribbean Belize LLC
Hazard
  • allergen-wheat
  • undeclared-allergen

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 Number 0304232106 Best By 04/23/24

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states:

  • CA
  • IA
  • IL
  • MI
  • NY
  • SC