The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:CriticalFDA (Food)·F-2001-2015·Announced 2015-04-22

Universal Studios Taco Meat Seasoning Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Universal Studios Taco Meat Seasoning because the cumin used contains 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 indicates a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death, meeting the criteria for a Critical severity score.

Plain-English summary

Gourmet Foods International is recalling Culinary Masters Universal Studios Taco Meat Seasoning, Net Wt. 1.87 lbs. The product is distributed by Atlanta Foods International in Atlanta, GA. The recall involves Item no. 25771 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. This is a significant allergen hazard for consumers with peanut allergies.

The product was distributed in the following states: AL, AR, CO, FL, GA, IN, KY, LA, MI, MO, NC, NY, OH, SC, TN, and TX. Consumers should check their pantries for this specific product and stop using it if found.

The recalled product

Product
Culinary Masters, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TACO MEAT SEASONING, Net Wt. 1.87 lbs, Distributed by Atlanta Foods International, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Manufacturer
Gourmet Foods International
Category
Food — Seasoning
Hazard

Is your product affected?

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Lot numbers (2)

  • Item no. 25771
  • 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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