The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1521-2019·Announced 2019-07-03

Karawan and SoCo Tahini Recalled for Salmonella Contamination

Brodt Zanatti Holding Llc is recalling Karawan and SoCo brand tahini after laboratory tests detected Salmonella in samples.

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 mandates a minimum severity score of 4, and the presence of a high-risk pathogen (Salmonella) with positive laboratory results aligns with the criteria for a Critical severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Brodt Zanatti Holding Llc is recalling Karawan Tahini (3Kg) and SoCo brand Tahini. The recall was initiated after the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene laboratory results showed that two samples of Karawan brand tahini tested positive for Salmonella. The recall was subsequently expanded to include SoCo brand Tahini.

The recalled product consists of 54 boxes of Karawan Tahini with a net weight of 3Kg (105.822 oz). The recall covers all expiration dates, which are located on the lid. The product was distributed domestically only.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and contact the recalling firm for instructions on how to return the product or obtain a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Karawan Tahini, Net Weight: 3Kg (105.822 oz)
Affected units
54

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)

  • All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Brodt Zanatti Holding 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.

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