The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·H-0497-2025·Announced 2025-08-20

Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recalled for Possible Metal Fragment Contamination

QST Ingredients and Packaging is recalling Lemon Pepper Seasoning (Lot 118251) because it may contain small metal fragments from a contaminated onion powder ingredient used in manufacturing.

What this means for you

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: This is an FDA Class II recall involving a physical hazard (metal fragments) that poses a clear risk of harm. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the rubric, when no illnesses/injuries are reported and the hazard is theoretical, the maximum score is 3, justifying a 'High' rating.

Plain-English summary

QST Ingredients and Packaging is recalling Lemon Pepper Seasoning (Tarantino brand, Lot 118251, 50-pound packages) because the product may contain small metal fragments. The contamination originated from onion powder used as an ingredient during manufacturing.

The recalled seasoning was distributed to four customers in Southern California and one customer in Texas. These customers use the seasoning as an ingredient in further food processing or repack it for retail sales.

If you have purchased products containing this seasoning, do not use it. Contact your distributor or the manufacturer for instructions on returning or safely disposing of the product.

The recalled product

Product
Lemon Pepper Seasoning (Tarantino) NET WT: 50 lb UPC (QST# 6402)
Manufacturer
QST Ingredients and Packaging
Category
Food — Seasonings / Spice Blends
Hazard
  • metal-fragments
  • foreign-object

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 Number: 118251

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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