The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1375-2017·Announced 2017-02-01

Jem Cashew Masala Tahini Recalled Due to Confirmed Salmonella

Jem Raw Chocolate LLC is recalling Cashew Masala Tahini in 16 oz, 6 oz, and 1.27 oz jars due to a confirmed positive test for Salmonella.

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 FDA has classified this recall as Class I, which per the rubric mandates a severity score of 5 (Critical) regardless of other factors.

Plain-English summary

Jem Raw Chocolate LLC is voluntarily recalling specific jars of Cashew Masala Tahini. The recall involves 16 oz, 6 oz, and 1.27 oz glass jars with UPCs 8 61437 00037 3, 8 61437 00034 2, and 8 61437 00033 5, respectively. The affected product is identified by Batch 2750 and an expiration date of 11/08/2017.

The recall is being conducted because the product tested positive for Salmonella. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, which is the most serious type of recall where there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or the death.

The affected product was distributed in California, Florida, and Ohio. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific batch and expiration date listed above. If they have the product, they should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
Cashew Masala Tahini, Jem brand, 16 oz glass jar has UPC 8 61437 00037 3. Cashew Masala Tahini, Jem brand, 6 oz glass jar has UPC 8 61437 00034 2. Cashew Masala Tahini, Jem brand, 1.27 oz glass jar has UPC 8 61437 00033 5.

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 (2)

  • Batch 2750
  • Expiration date: 11/08/2017

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Jem Raw Chocolate LLC 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 2 products in this recall →