Morris J. Golombeck Recalls Birds Eye Chilies for Potential Peanut Contamination
Morris J. Golombeck, Inc. is recalling 8,000 lbs of Birds Eye Chilies due to potential peanut contamination. The product was distributed across multiple US states and Canada.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
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 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves allergen mislabeling/contamination (peanuts) on a common allergen, which corresponds to a High severity score per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Morris J. Golombeck, Inc. is recalling 8,000 lbs of Birds Eye Chilies MJG # 8178, packaged in 25 kg polybags and imported from Madagascar. The recall was initiated because the product may contain peanuts, which is a potential allergen hazard.
The affected product was distributed in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Canada. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their inventory for the specific code MJG # 8178.
Individuals with a peanut allergy should avoid consuming this product. Those without allergies may also wish to return the product to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- BIRDS EYE CHILIES MJG # 8178, Polybags Net wt. 25 Kg (50-55 Lbs.) Imported from Madagascar
- Manufacturer
- Morris J. Golombeck, Inc.
- Category
- Food — Spices / Herbs
- 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)
- MJG # 8178
Distribution
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