The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1975-2015·Announced 2015-04-22

Culinary Masters Chili Lime Seasoning Blend Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters Chili Lime Seasoning Blend Steak Rub 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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score (5) due to the reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from undeclared allergens.

Plain-English summary

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters, CHILI LIME SEASONING BLEND STEAK RUB, Net Wt. 20oz. The recall was initiated because the cumin used in the manufacturing process was found to contain undeclared peanuts. This is a Class I recall, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

The affected product is identified by Item no. 25996 and has expiration dates between 2/21/15 and 12/28/16. The product was distributed in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.

Consumers with this product should stop using it immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions. Individuals with a peanut allergy should be particularly cautious and avoid any contact with the product.

The recalled product

Product
Culinary Masters, CHILI LIME SEASONING BLEND STEAK RUB, Net Wt. 20oz.
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. 25996.
  • 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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