The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1629-2014·Announced 2014-03-19

Elite Spice Recalls Jalapeno Nut Seasoning Due to Salmonella Risk

Elite Spice Inc. is recalling 500 lbs of Jalapeno Nut Seasoning because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. The product was distributed to nine states for further manufacturing.

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 is defined as a situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a 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

Elite Spice Inc. is voluntarily recalling 500 pounds of Jalapeno Nut Seasoning, Elite Code # 35076A2, in 50 lb poly-lined cartons. The recall is being issued because the bulk spice may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The affected product is identified by Lot 1-230880 and is labeled with the address: Elite Spice Inc. 7151 Montevideo Road, Jessup MD. 20794. The product was distributed to Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Indiana, Georgia, Louisiana, New York, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. The source text notes that the product is bulk spice intended for further manufacturing.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact Elite Spice Inc. for further instructions. Because the product is described as bulk spice for further manufacturing, it may not be available directly to the general public, but any individuals or businesses in possession of the specific lot should dispose of it or return it as directed by the company.

The recalled product

Product
Jalapeno Nut Seasoning, Elite Code # 35076A2, 50 lb poly-lined cartons labeled in part ***Elite Spice Inc. 7151 Montevideo Road, Jessup MD. 20794***
Manufacturer
Elite Spice Inc.

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 1-230880

Distribution

Distributed in 10 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Elite Spice 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 6 products in this recall →