The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1969-2014·Announced 2014-06-04

Miravalle Ground Annato Spice Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Miravalle Foods is recalling 0.75oz bottles of Achiote Molido Ground Annato spice due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in seven western states.

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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score (5).

Plain-English summary

Miravalle Foods, Inc. is recalling 14,299 units of Miravalle brand Achiote Molido Ground Annato (spice), 0.75oz. The recall is being conducted because the ground annato spice has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The affected product is identified by Lot Numbers 0015 and 0018 and UPC number 712810005020. The recall is classified as FDA 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 product was distributed in California, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Miravalle (brand) Achiote Molido Ground Annato (spice), 0.75oz.
Affected units
14,299

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 Numbers: 0015 and 0018. UPC number: 712810005020.

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states:

Same manufacturer · Miravalle Foods, Inc

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