Shenandoah Growers Recalls Fresh Basil Due to Pesticide Adulteration
Shenandoah Growers is recalling fresh basil that may be adulterated with pesticides. The product was distributed to Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which indicates a remote probability of adverse health consequences. The hazard is pesticide adulteration without reported illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Shenandoah Growers, Inc. is recalling Fresh Herbs Everyday Basil that may be adulterated with pesticides. The recalled product is packaged in .75 oz, 2 oz, and 2.5 oz sizes in 3-count and 6-count cardboard sleeves. The product is labeled with the address Shenandoah Growers Inc., Harrisonburg, Va 22802.
The recall involves approximately 200 lbs of product. Affected lot numbers are 50 143233, 50 243233, 50343233, and 50 443233. The product was distributed to Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot numbers listed above. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Fresh Herbs Everyday Basil, Shenandoah Growers brand, packaged in .75 oz; 2 oz.; and 2.5 oz. in 3 count and 6 count cardboard sleeves and labeled in part ***Shenandoah Growers Inc., Harrisonburg, Va 22802***
- Manufacturer
- Shenandoah Growers, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Fresh Produce
- 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 (4)
- Lots: 50 143233
- 50 243233
- 50343233
- and 50 443233
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Shenandoah Growers, 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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