Kareem Mart recalls Kareem Chef Halva and 2 more: salmonella risk
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Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Kareem Mart
- Location
- Garden City, MI
- Reported by FDA
- April 7, 2021
- Recall started
- March 8, 2021
- Risk class
- Class I
- Status (latest data we have)
- Terminated
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Candy and chocolate
- 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.
- Kareem Chef Halva 1lb and 2lb sizes in plastic tub
Quantity: 1320 units
Codes: Best Before 07-01-2022 - Kareem Chef Halva with Chocolate 1lb size in plastic tub
Quantity: 600 units
Codes: Best Before 07-01-2022 - Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio 1lb and 2lb sizes in plastic tub
Quantity: 2412 units
Codes: Best Before 07-01-2022
Where it was distributed
The recalled Halva were distributed through Mediterranean food stores and wholesalers in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, New York, Ohio, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Between March 2020 to Feb 2021.
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?
Kareem Mart recalled 3 products, including Kareem Chef Halva 1lb and 2lb sizes in plastic tub.
Why was it recalled?
Salmonella
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?
The recalled Halva were distributed through Mediterranean food stores and wholesalers in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, New York, Ohio, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Between March 2020 to Feb 2021.
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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