Paprika Powder HyTop 12/2.5oz, Merchants
Recalled by Spice Chain Corporation on Dec 12, 2017
Recall Summary
Spice Chain Corporation recalled Paprika Powder HyTop 12/2.5oz, Merchants in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Dec 12, 2017.
The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Spice Chain Corporation has decided to initiate a product recall of Paprika after receiving several consumer complaints of finding beetles in retail containers."
Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "All product sold by Spice Chain was shipped within the United States," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in East Brunswick, NJ. The recall covers 2128.65 lbs of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Jan 17, 2018), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.
Reason for Recall
Spice Chain Corporation has decided to initiate a product recall of Paprika after receiving several consumer complaints of finding beetles in retail containers.
Product Description
Paprika Powder HyTop 12/2.5oz, Merchants
Distribution
All product sold by Spice Chain was shipped within the United States.
What Should You Do?
- 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
- 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
- 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
- 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.
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