Starwest Botanicals Recalls Ground Cumin Seed for Potential Peanut Contamination
Starwest Botanicals is recalling specific lots of ground cumin seed because it may contain peanut protein. The product was distributed in Kansas and California.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
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 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "Firm was notified by supplier of ground cumin that it may contain peanut protein."
Plain-English summary
Starwest Botanicals, Inc. is recalling specific lots of ground cumin seed due to a potential peanut protein contamination. The firm was notified by its supplier, Schiff Food Products Co., Inc., that the ground cumin may contain peanut protein. The product was received in 50 lb. bags and shipped in 25 lb. bags. It is certified Kosher and originated from Turkey.
The affected product is identified by Lot 2808E (Schiff) and Starwest lot E 81316-51. The recall covers distribution in Kansas and California. No specific dates or additional distribution details are provided in the source text.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific lot numbers listed above. If the product is found, it should not be consumed, particularly by individuals with peanut allergies. The source text does not specify a return address or refund policy.
The recalled product
- Product
- Ground cumin seed; Received in 50 lb. bags Shipped in 25# bags Country of Origin - Turkey: Certified Kosher; Starwest Botanicals, Sacramento, CA Received from Schiff Food Products Co. ,Inc. Totowa, NJ 07512
- Manufacturer
- Starwest Botanicals, Inc
- Category
- Food — Spices
- 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 2808E (schiff) Starwest lot E 81316-51
Distribution
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