The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1994-2015·Announced 2015-04-22

Culinary Masters Ground Turkey Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters ground turkey products because they contain undeclared peanuts.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class I

Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).

Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which is defined as a serious health hazard. Additionally, the recall involves undeclared peanuts, a major allergen that can cause severe reactions.

Plain-English summary

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters, CUMIN FANCY FINE GROUND TURKEY, in 16 oz. and 5 lbs. sizes. The products are distributed by Atlanta Foods International in Atlanta, GA.

The recall was initiated because the cumin used in the manufacturing process was found to contain undeclared peanuts. This poses a risk to individuals with peanut allergies.

The affected products have item numbers 163998 and 16399, with expiration dates between 2/21/15 and 12/28/16. The products were distributed in AL, AR, CO, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MI, MO, NC, NY, OH, SC, TN, and TX. Consumers should stop using the product and contact the distributor for a refund or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Culinary Masters, CUMIN FANCY FINE GROUND TURKEY, Net Wt. 16 oz. and 5 lbs., Distributed by Atlanta Foods International, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Manufacturer
Gourmet Foods International
Category
Food — Ground Meat
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. 163998 & 16399
  • 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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