The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1235-2013·Announced 2013-03-27

IFF Recalls Natural Flavor Beef Product for Potential Salmonella Contamination

International Flavors & Fragrances is recalling a specific batch of natural flavor beef product due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed domestically and to Canada.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls are assigned a score of 5.

Plain-English summary

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is recalling a specific batch of 'Nat Flv Beef FF' (Natural Flavor Beef) product. The recall is being conducted because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The affected product is identified by IFF Code 13580894, Batch 0004702577, and Production Date 04/23/2012. It is packaged in 50 lb units and is designated for manufacturing use only.

The total quantity involved in the recall is 1,338.12 kg (59 x 22.68 kg). The product was distributed domestically nationwide and to Canada. Because the product is intended for manufacturing use only, it is likely to be found in industrial or food processing facilities rather than in retail stores for direct consumer purchase.

Consumers and businesses that have purchased or received this specific batch of product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions. Individuals who have consumed products made with this ingredient and are experiencing symptoms of Salmonella infection should consult a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Nat Flv Beef FF, IFF Code 13580894, Net Weight 50 lb, Batch 0004702577, Production Date 04/23/2012, For Manufacturing Use Only.

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)

  • IFF Code 13580894
  • Batch 0004702577
  • and Production Date 04/23/2012.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 7 recalled by International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc 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.

See all 7 products in this recall →