The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1198-2015·Announced 2015-02-18

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.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling (peanut) on a common allergen, which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

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

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

Distributed in 2 states: