The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IOur severity:SevereFDA (Food)·F-2009-2015·Announced 2015-04-22

Natural Earth Products Ground Cumin Recalled for Undeclared Peanut

Natural Earth Products is recalling 5 lb. containers of Ground Cumin because they may contain undeclared peanut protein. The product was distributed in New York.

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 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of at least 4 per the rubric. Additionally, undeclared peanut protein poses a significant risk of severe allergic reaction.

Plain-English summary

Natural Earth Products is recalling 5 lb. containers of Natural Earth Spices Ground Cumin. The recall is being issued because the product may contain undeclared peanut protein, which is a major food allergen.

The recalled product consists of 30 lbs (6/5 lb containers) of Ground Cumin. The distribution pattern is listed as New York (NY). No specific lot numbers or expiration dates are provided in the source text.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Individuals with a peanut allergy should be particularly cautious and avoid consuming the product.

The recalled product

Product
NATURAL EARTH PRODUCTS, NATURAL EARTH SPICES Ground Cumin, 5 lb. Natural Earth Products Brooklyn, NY 11207.

Is your product affected?

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Lot numbers (1)

  • none

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

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