Starwest Botanicals recalls Elderberry Whole Organic and 1 more: salmonella risk
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Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Starwest Botanicals
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Reported by FDA
- November 18, 2020
- Recall started
- October 16, 2020
- Risk class
- Class II
- Status (latest data we have)
- Terminated
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Beverages
- 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.
- Elderberry Whole Organic; Sambucus Nigra; Origin: Croatia 1 lb. and 4 oz. Distributed in Mylar bags. 1 lb. UPC: 7 67963 07315 0; Item # 209290-01 4 oz. UPC 7 67963-10561-5; Item # 209290-04 Daily serving size; Pour 8-12 oz. of boiling water (212 degrees F) over 1 tsp of tea. Steep 3-4 minutes. Starwest Botanicals,Inc. 161 Main Street, Sacramento, CA 95838 Certified Organic
Quantity: 10,037 lbs. (total)
Codes: 1 lb. lots P88226, P88762, P88763 4 oz. lot P88764 - Elderberry Whole Organic; Sambucus Nigra; Origin: Croatia Distributed in boxes with plastic liners. Various sizes Bulk UPC 7 67963 07314 3, Item # 209290-00 Starwest Botanicals,Inc. 161 Main Street, Sacramento, CA 95838 Certified Organic
Quantity: 10,037 lbs. (total)
Codes: lots #s 97398-03, 97337-03, 97527-03, 97527-13
Where it was distributed
Nationwide distribution Two Canadian Customers
What to do
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Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Starwest Botanicals recalled 2 products, including Elderberry Whole Organic; Sambucus Nigra; Origin: Croatia 1 lb. and 4 oz. Distributed in Mylar bags. 1 lb. UPC: 7 67963 07315 0; Item #….
Why was it recalled?
Direct customer tested product upon receipt and had a positive result for Salmonella.
What does Class II mean?
FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where was it sold or shipped?
Nationwide distribution Two Canadian Customers
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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