FDA Recalls Fresh Basil Tested Positive for Salmonella
Harvest Sensations, LLC is recalling fresh basil that tested positive for Salmonella. The product was imported from Mexico and distributed in New York.
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 agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of 5 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Harvest Sensations, LLC is recalling fresh basil packaged in one-pound plastic bags that tested positive for Salmonella. The product was imported from Mexico and distributed to one consignee in New York. The recall involves 937 pounds of the product, identified by Lot 257785.
The recall is being conducted because the fresh basil tested positive for Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious illness. The source text does not specify if any illnesses have been reported in connection with this product.
Consumers who have this product should check their refrigerators for fresh basil in one-pound plastic bags with Lot 257785. If found, the product should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Fresh basil packaged in plastic bags, each weighing one pound. (No label)
- Manufacturer
- Harvest Sensations, LLC
- Category
- Food — Fresh Produce
- 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 (1)
- Lot 257785
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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