FindLaw Class Action and Mass Tort Center: Recalls: Food, Drugs and Medical Devices: American Spice Company Inc. Recalls Ground Cumin 2 Oz. Lot # 03162002 Because of Possible Health Risk
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American Spice Company Inc. Recalls Ground Cumin
2 oz. Lot # 03162002 Because of Possible Health Risk
NEWS RELEASE
Contact: American Spice Company Inc.
305-326-0900 ext. 121
For Immediate Release
American Spice Company Inc. Recalls Ground Cumin 2 Oz. Lot
# 03162002 Because of Possible Health Risk
Miami, FL - August 27, 2002 -- American Spice Company Inc. of Miami Fl. is
recalling Ground Cumin 2 oz. bottles bearing LOT # 03162002 because it
has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which
can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or
elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected
with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody),
nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstance, 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), endocarditic
and arthritis.
The Ground Cumin 2 oz. bearing lot # 03162002 was distributed to retail
supermarkets and distributors in South Florida.
The Ground Cumin is packed in a 2 oz. clear plastic bottle Brand Name American
Spice Company Inc. bearing LOT # 03162002 and expiration date of 3/16/05.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was as the result of a routine sampling program by FDA which revealed
that the finished products contained the bacteria. American Spice has ceased
the production and distribution of the product as FDA and American Spice continue
their investigation as to what caused the problem.
Consumers who have purchased American Spice Brand Ground Cumin 2 oz. are urged
to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions
may contact the American Spice Company at 305-326-0900 (Ext: 121.)
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