The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1972-2015·Announced 2015-04-22

Culinary Masters Chili Mix Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters Universal Studios Chili Mix because the cumin used in the product contains undeclared peanuts.

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 source metadata explicitly identifies the agency classification as Class I. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls are assigned a severity score of 5 (Critical) regardless of other factors.

Plain-English summary

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters Universal Studios Chili Mix, Net Wt. 1.87 lbs. The product was distributed by Atlanta, Foods International in Atlanta, GA. The recall involves Item no. 25774 with expiration dates between 2/21/15 and 12/28/16.

The recall was initiated because the cumin used in the manufacturing process was found to contain undeclared peanuts. Peanuts are a major food allergen, and their presence in a product without proper labeling poses a risk to consumers with peanut allergies.

The product was distributed in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific item number and expiration dates listed above. If found, they should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Culinary Masters, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CHILI MIX, Net Wt. 1.87 lbs, Distributed by Atlanta, Foods International, Atlanta, GA 300303.
Manufacturer
Gourmet Foods International
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 (2)

  • Item no. 25774
  • Exp. Dates between 2/21/15-12/28/16

Distribution

Distributed in 16 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 33 recalled by Gourmet Foods International 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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