The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1607-2023·Announced 2023-10-04

Regal Italian Seasoning recalled due to rodent feces contamination

Regal Foods, Inc. is recalling 674 lbs of Regal Italian Seasoning because rodent feces was found in oregano samples. The product was distributed in Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky.

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: This recall meets FDA Class II severity criteria with documented evidence of rodent feces contamination in food ingredients. Although no illnesses have been reported to date, rodent feces is a high-risk biological contaminant that poses an immediate health hazard.

Plain-English summary

Regal Foods, Inc. is recalling Regal Italian Seasoning in 3.25 lb plastic bags, Code 10201310. A total of 674 lbs of product is subject to this recall.

The recall was initiated after rodent feces was discovered in samples of oregano. Rodent feces can harbor harmful pathogens and present a potential health risk.

The affected product was distributed to Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky.

The recalled product

Product
REGAL ITALIAN SEASONING 3.25#, 3.25 lb Plastic Bag
Manufacturer
Regal Foods, Inc
Category
Food — Seasonings / Spices
Hazard
  • rodent-feces
  • pathogenic-contamination

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)

  • Code 10201310

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • GA
  • KY
  • MD
  • PA

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