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The Whole Herb Company, Inc.
Recall #H-0221-2025 · Initiated 2025-05-27
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
The Whole Herb Company is recalling celery seed from Iowa because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that causes food poisoning. About 24,700 pounds of the product in 56-pound bags were distributed.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumed this product could potentially get sick, though young children, elderly people, and those with weak immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness.
What to do
Check if you have this celery seed at home—look for the product name and the 56.25 lb bag size. If you do, do not use it; throw it away or return it to the store. Wash your hands and any surfaces that may have touched the product.
Product
Celery Seed Whole Organic, labeled, "CELERY SEED WHL OG; Net Wt: 56.25 Lbs"
Reason for recall
Potential contamination with Salmonella.
Quantity affected
439 bags (56.25 lbs/bag) = 24,694 lbs
Distribution
IA
Lot / code info
Whole Herb Item No: CEL10010. Whole Herb Lot No: 003150ST. Supplier Item No: CEL-15698. Supplier Lot No: 3-34086.
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
E-Mail
Recalling firm
The Whole Herb Company, Inc.
19800 8th St E
Sonoma, CA 95476-3805
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.