The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-2169-2015·Announced 2015-05-13

International Foodsource Recalls Ground Cumin Due to Peanut Protein

International Foodsource, LLC is recalling ground cumin that may contain peanut protein. The product was distributed in Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source metadata explicitly identifies this as an FDA Class I recall. Per the rubric, FDA Class I recalls are assigned a minimum score of 4 (Severe) due to the potential for serious adverse health consequences, such as anaphylaxis from allergen exposure.

Plain-English summary

International Foodsource, LLC is recalling 312 pounds of ground cumin because the product may contain peanut protein. The recalled product is available in 50 lb. paper cartons and 16 oz. jars (8 plastic jars per case). The specific lot numbers involved are 72079 and 72596.

The recall covers product distributed in Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia. The presence of peanut protein in the cumin poses a risk to individuals with peanut allergies.

Consumers with this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for instructions on return or disposal. This recall is classified as Class I by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

The recalled product

Product
Ground Cumin, Bulk Package Size: a) 50 lb. paper carton b) 16 oz. jar/ 8 plastic jars per case

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 (3)

  • Lot# 72079
  • 72596
  • 72079

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states: