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Something South African recalls Pepper Collection 8 Tube Gift Set: contamination

January 25, 2023 · Something South African Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallDue to presence of mold (Aspergillus brasiliensis) and Ochratoxin A.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Something South African
Location
Marietta, GA
Reported by FDA
January 25, 2023
Recall started
December 12, 2022
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Fresh produce
Reason type
Other contamination

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.

  • Pepper Collection 8 Tube Gift Set - a colorful assortment of dried peppers. This product contains peppers in 8 different glass tube and packaged in a printed paperboard sleeve and are visible through a window in the sleeve. Net wt. is 4.87oz/138g. The UPC is 6 009686 793712. Packed in South Africa. US Importer: Something South African, LLC Seattle WA 98199, Email: info@somethingsouthafrican.net.
    Quantity: 4200 units
    Codes: BBE: JUN/2024. Batch: 494951 -T

Where it was distributed

nationwide

What to do

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Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Something South African recalled 1 product, including Pepper Collection 8 Tube Gift Set - a colorful assortment of dried peppers. This product contains peppers in 8 different glass tube and….

Why was it recalled?

Due to presence of mold (Aspergillus brasiliensis) and Ochratoxin A.

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

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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