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Starwest Botanicals, Inc
Recall #F-1198-2015 · Initiated 2014-12-30
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Starwest Botanicals is recalling ground cumin seed because it may contain peanut protein, which was not declared on the label. The affected product was distributed in Kansas and California.
Who is at risk
People with peanut allergies are at risk of a serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.
What to do
If you purchased ground cumin from Starwest Botanicals, check the packaging for the product details and stop using it if it matches. Contact the company or your retailer for a refund, or throw the product away safely.
Product
Ground cumin seed; Received in 50 lb. bags Shipped in 25# bags Country of Origin - Turkey: Certified Kosher; Starwest Botanicals, Sacramento, CA Received from Schiff Food Products Co. ,Inc. Totowa, NJ 07512
Reason for recall
Firm was notified by supplier of ground cumin that it may contain peanut protein.
Quantity affected
25 lbs
Distribution
KS, CA
Lot / code info
Lot 2808E (schiff) Starwest lot E 81316-51
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2015-06-24
Recalling firm
Starwest Botanicals, Inc
161 Main Ave
Sacramento, CA 95838-2080
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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