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Baraka Ground black pepper - recalled due to Salmonella
1 year ago •source fda.gov
United States
UBC Food Distributors is recalling the Baraka Ground Black Pepper because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled "black pepper" was distributed nationwide in retail stores.Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The Product recalled was Ground Black Pepper under the Baraka brand name in 7oz plastic containers 7oz * 10 With UPC code 8 22514 26626 6. Clear plastic package marked with expiration date of January 2026 on the back of the label.
Production of the product has been suspended while FDA and the company continue their investigation as to the source of the problem. Consumers who have purchased 7-ounce container of ground black pepper are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Company name: UBC Food Distributors
Brand name: Baraka
Product recalled: Ground black pepper
Reason of the recall: Potential Contamination with Salmonella
FDA Recall date: June 03, 2024
Source: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ubc-food-distributors-recalls-baraka-brand-ground-black-pepper-spice-because-possible-health-risk
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