Tampico Spice recalls Cayenne Pepper 1 pound jars and 2 more: contamination
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Recall at a glance
- Recalling company
- Tampico Spice
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Reported by FDA
- March 1, 2023
- Recall started
- February 2, 2023
- Risk class
- Class II
- Status (latest data we have)
- Terminated
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Category
- Meat and poultry
- 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.
- Cayenne Pepper 1 pound jars, and 5 pound jars
Quantity: 5553 lbs (total)
Codes: Lot #2112245 - Cajun Seasoning 1 OZ, 1 LB, 1.5 LBS, 2 LBS, 5 LBS, 6 LBS units
Quantity: 5553 lbs (total)
Codes: LOT# 2122483 & LOT# 301029 - Taco Meat Seasoning 1 OZ, 1 LB, 1.5 LBS, 2 LBS, 5 LBS, 6 LBS
Quantity: 5553 lbs (total)
Codes: LOT#2112147
Where it was distributed
CA, WA, AZ, OR, UT, TX, NV, NJ
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?
Tampico Spice recalled 3 products, including Cayenne Pepper 1 pound jars, and 5 pound jars.
Why was it recalled?
Product was found to have an elevated amount of Aflatoxin
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?
CA, WA, AZ, OR, UT, TX, NV, NJ
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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