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Food recall · FDA · Published February 25, 2019

Schiff Foods Products recalls Schiff Food, Jalapeno Powder, 50 lb. box

Schiff Foods recalls 50 lb. Jalapeno Powder boxes with Lot 6490I due to Salmonella contamination. Consumers should stop using affected products to avoid foodborne illness.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-1340-2019FoodSchiff Foods ›
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Recalling firmSchiff Foods Products994 Riverview Dr · Totowa, NJ 07512-1129
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What happened, in plain English

Schiff Foods is recalling 50-pound Jalapeno Powder boxes that tested positive for Salmonella. This poses a risk of food poisoning if consumed, so affected consumers should stop using the product. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/17693-schiff-jalapeno-powder-recall-salmonella-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/17693-schiff-jalapeno-powder-recall-salmonella-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-1340-2019

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“Schiff Jalapeno Powder Recall: Salmonella Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/17693-schiff-jalapeno-powder-recall-salmonella-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-1340-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-1340-2019%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Consuming contaminated food may result in serious illness, especially for vulnerable individuals such as young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Schiff Foods' 50 lb. Jalapeno Powder boxes with Lot Number 649: 6490I. People who prepare food with this product are at highest risk of foodborne illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the Lot Number 6490I on the box of Schiff Foods' 50 lb. Jalapeno Powder. The product was sold in the United States and may be found in grocery stores.

  • Brand
    Schiff Foods
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using Product

    Immediately stop using the recalled 50 lb. Jalapeno Powder boxes with Lot Number 6490I to avoid potential food poisoning.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

No, the recalled product contains Salmonella and poses a risk of food poisoning. Do not consume it.

How can I check if my product is affected?

Look for the Lot Number 6490I on the box of Schiff Foods' 50 lb. Jalapeno Powder. This product was sold in the United States.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Stop using the product immediately and do not consume it. Contact Schiff Foods for further instructions.

Take action

Contact Schiff Foods

We’ve drafted a message you can send Schiff Foods to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-1340-2019 — Schiff Foods Schiff Foods

Hello,

I own a Schiff Foods that is covered by recall F-1340-2019 from Schiff Foods.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-1340-2019 (February 25, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-1340-2019 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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