The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1916-2015·Announced 2015-04-15

NuSpice Taco Seasoning Recalled for Potential Peanut Contamination

Nu Products Seasoning Co. is recalling NuSpice Taco Seasoning because it may be contaminated with peanut protein from ground cumin.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric, as it poses a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.

Plain-English summary

Nu Products Seasoning Co. is voluntarily recalling NuSpice Taco Seasoning, product code F4422 D. The product is packaged in 48 lb cases containing eight 6 lb bags. The recall is due to the potential presence of peanut protein, which may have been introduced through the ground cumin used in the seasoning.

The affected product is identified by Lot #4543. The total quantity involved in the recall is 43.2 pounds. Distribution was limited to New Jersey and New York.

Consumers with this product should check their inventory for the specific lot number and product code. Individuals with a peanut allergy should avoid consuming the product. The source text does not provide specific instructions for disposal or return, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with the product.

The recalled product

Product
NuSpice Taco Seasoning - F4422 D, Net Wt: 48 lb packed 8/ 6 lb bags, Manufacturer: Nu Products Seasoning co., 74 Louis Court, South Hackensack, N.J. 07606

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 #4543

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Nu Products Seasoning Co. 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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