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Brodt Zanatti Holding recalls Karawan Tahini and 3 more: salmonella risk

July 3, 2019 · Brodt Zanatti Holding Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallThe recall was initiated due to New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene laboratory results from two samples of Karawan brand tahini testing positive for Salmonella. The recall was expanded to cover SoCo brand Tahini.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Brodt Zanatti Holding
Location
Jupiter, FL
Reported by FDA
July 3, 2019
Recall started
May 15, 2019
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Nuts, seeds and dried fruit
Reason type
Salmonella

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Karawan Tahini, Net Weight: 3Kg (105.822 oz)
    Quantity: 54 boxes
    Codes: All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.
  • Karawan, 100% Raw Ethiopian Sesame Seeds, Net Weight: 17 Kg (599.6 oz)
    Quantity: 1470 buckets
    Codes: All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.
  • Tahini SoCo Seeds of Collaboration, 100% Stone Ground Sesame Seeds, Net WT. 13.4oz (380g)
    Quantity: 66 boxes/12 units per box
    Codes: All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.
  • Karawan, 100% Pure Sesame Seeds, Net Weight: 450g (15.87 oz)
    Quantity: 50 boxes/24 units per box
    Codes: All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.

Where it was distributed

Domestic distribution only.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Brodt Zanatti Holding recalled 4 products, including Karawan Tahini, Net Weight: 3Kg (105.822 oz).

Why was it recalled?

The recall was initiated due to New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene laboratory results from two samples of Karawan brand tahini testing positive for Salmonella. The recall was expanded to cover SoCo brand Tahini.

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Domestic distribution only.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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