The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1617-2017·Announced 2017-03-22

Oriental Packing Recalls Mild Jerk Curry Powder Due to Lead Contamination

Oriental Packing Co. is recalling Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning because product samples and the ground turmeric ingredient tested positive for lead.

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 meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score (5).

Plain-English summary

Oriental Packing Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 373,411 pounds of Mild Jerk Curry Powder, packaged under the name Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning. The product was sold in 2 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 22 oz, and 5 lb packages. The recall covers Lot No. 041416 with expiration dates ranging from 11/01/2018 to 06/29/2019.

The recall was initiated because product samples tested positive for lead. Additionally, the ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead. The affected product was distributed in Florida and New York.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund. The FDA has classified this recall as Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

The recalled product

Product
Mild Jerk Curry Powder. Packaged under name Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning. Sold as 2 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 22 oz, and 5 lb.
Manufacturer
Oriental Packing Co., Inc.
Category
Food — Spices & Seasonings
Hazard

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 No. 041416. Exp. Date: 11/01/2018 thru 06/29/2019.

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Oriental Packing Co., 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.

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