Black River Recalls Italian Spice Blend for Plastic Hazard
Black River Industries recalls Italian Spice Blend Salt Free due to potential plastic contamination. Check your lot numbers and distribution source.
Stop using this now
Parsley Flakes are being recalled because they may contain a foreign material (plastic). EXPANDED 1127/2018 During processing it was noted that Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt also may contain foreign material (plastic).
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What happened, in plain English
Black River Industries is recalling Italian Spice Blend Salt Free because it may contain foreign material, specifically plastic. The recall also covers Basil Leaf Sweet and other Italian Spice Blends No Salt produced during the same processing period. Consumers should check if they possess these specific products to avoid potential injury from ingesting plastic. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/18081-black-river-recalls-italian-spice-blend-for-plastic-hazard.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/18081-black-river-recalls-italian-spice-blend-for-plastic-hazard · Updated October 11, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0686-2019
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“Black River Recalls Italian Spice Blend for Plastic Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 11, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/18081-black-river-recalls-italian-spice-blend-for-plastic-hazard. Based on FDA recall #F-0686-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0686-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The spice blend may contain foreign material identified as plastic. Ingesting plastic can cause serious injury, such as choking or internal damage, making it unsafe for consumption.
Who’s affected
Individuals or facilities that purchased Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 lb. plastic bottles or 20 lb. bulk boxes, particularly those distributed to Wisconsin Correctional Facilities. Anyone who received Basil Leaf Sweet or other No Salt blends from this manufacturer during the expanded recall period is also affected.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 lb. plastic bottles or 20 lb. bulk boxes with Lot # 12318. The product contains Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram & Spices and is not labeled for resale. Also check for Basil Leaf Sweet and other Italian Spice Blend No Salt products processed during the expanded period (EXPANDED 1127/2018).
- Brand
Black River Industries- Category
Food
All 3 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
WI Correctional Facilities
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-0684-2019 | Parsley Flakes in 6 oz. and 24 oz. plastic bottles and 20 lb boxes; Lot # 7867933 | 103.5 lbs. |
| F-0685-2019 | Sweet Basil Leaf in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 25 pound bulk boxes.; Lot # 31218 | 80 lbs. |
| F-0686-2019 | Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 20 Lb. bulk boxes. Ingredients; Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram & Spices. Not labeled for Resale.; Lot # 12318 | 22 lbs. |
What to do — step by step
Stop Using the Product
Do not consume the recalled spice blends as they may contain plastic.
Check Lot Numbers
Verify if your product matches Lot # 12318 or was processed during the expanded period of EXPANDED 1127/2018.
Contact Manufacturer for Remedy
The recall record does not specify a remedy, return process, or refund instructions; contact Black River Industries directly for further guidance.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed in Wisconsin.
FDA distribution: “WI Correctional Facilities” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
States: Wisconsin.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 13 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #F-0686-2019 (November 8, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0686-2019 to see it in context.
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