Best Value Inc Recalls PRAN Turmeric Powder Due to Lead Contamination
Best Value Inc is recalling PRAN Turmeric Powder 400 GM plastic bags because FDA samples contained excessive lead levels above 53.7ppm.
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 recall is classified as FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 according to the rubric. Lead contamination in food products presents a significant risk of serious adverse health consequences, aligning with the criteria for Severe.
Plain-English summary
Best Value Inc has initiated a recall of PRAN Spice Powder TURMERIC, specifically the 400 GM plastic bag product. The company imported and distributed this item to retail stores located in and around Hamtramck, Michigan.
The recall was triggered after FDA testing found that samples of the turmeric powder contained excessive levels of lead, measuring above 53.7ppm. The affected units include 10 boxes containing 20 bags each. Specific identification details for the recalled product include a manufacturing date of 27 OCT 12 and a Best Buy date of 26 OCT 14 with UPC 8-31730-00502-3.
Consumers who purchased this product in the specified Michigan area should check their pantry for the identified turmeric powder. Due to the presence of excessive lead, the product poses a health risk and should not be consumed.
The recalled product
- Product
- PRAN TURMERIC POWDER 400 GM plastic bag
- Manufacturer
- Best Value Inc
- Category
- Food — Spice Powder
- 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)
- MFG:27 OCT 12
- and Best Buy 26 OCT 14 UPC 8-31730-00502-3
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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