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AmeriHerb International Inc
Recall #F-1385-2019 · Initiated 2019-04-24
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
AmeriHerb International is recalling 1 lb bags of dill weed that may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria. The contaminated product was distributed to customers across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Who is at risk
Anyone who purchased this dill weed product could potentially be affected, as E. coli can cause foodborne illness.
What to do
Check your spice cabinet for AmeriHerb brand dill weed in 1 lb bags. If you have this product, do not use it—throw it away or return it to the store. Contact AmeriHerb or your retailer if you have questions about your purchase.
Product
Dill weed c/s, Anethum graveolens, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags
Reason for recall
Dried spice and herb products potentially contaminated with generic E. coli.
Quantity affected
1 lb
Distribution
Customers nationwide (including Puerto Rico). Foreign distribution to Canada.
Lot / code info
L-40577
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2019-06-12
Recalling firm
AmeriHerb International Inc
803 E Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010-6524
United States
Recall classification
Remote probability of serious adverse health consequences, or temporary reversible consequences.
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