GOURMET SPECIALTIES INC. recalls Fresh Herb Basil 62/4oz., LB 2489, 135/5Bulk, 24/8oz., 12/10 bulk Product of Mexico
Gourmet Specialties recalls basil products from Mexico due to potential Cyclospora cayetanensis contamination. Consumers should check product labels for affected lots and contact the company for guidance.
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Potential Cyclospora cayetanensis contamination.
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What happened, in plain English
Gourmet Specialties is recalling basil products from Mexico that may contain Cyclospora cayetanensis, a parasite that can cause foodborne illness. This recall affects consumers who have purchased these basil products and may need to take action to avoid illness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/18606-gourmet-specialties-basil-recall-cyclospora-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/18606-gourmet-specialties-basil-recall-cyclospora-contamination-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0076-2019
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“Gourmet Specialties Basil Recall: Cyclospora Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/18606-gourmet-specialties-basil-recall-cyclospora-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0076-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0076-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a parasite that can cause foodborne illness, including diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever. It is typically spread through contaminated food or water, and can be serious for people with weakened immune systems.
Who’s affected
Anyone who purchased the recalled basil products from Mexico. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of foodborne illness from Cyclospora.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for product labels with the lot numbers: 62/4oz, LB 2489, 135/5Bulk, 24/8oz, or 12/10 bulk. The products were manufactured in Mexico and sold under the JC #029 label.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Labels
Look for the lot numbers: 62/4oz, LB 2489, 135/5Bulk, 24/8oz, or 12/10 bulk on the packaging.
Questions people ask
Is this basil product safe to eat?
The recall states there is a potential for Cyclospora cayetanensis contamination, so it is not recommended to consume these products until the recall is resolved.
How can I get more information about this recall?
Contact Gourmet Specialties directly for more details about the recall and any necessary actions.
Are there any health risks from this contamination?
Yes, Cyclospora cayetanensis can cause foodborne illness, including diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever, especially for people with weakened immune systems.
Contact Gourmet Specialties
We’ve drafted a message you can send Gourmet Specialties to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0076-2019 — Gourmet Specialties Gourmet Specialties Hello, I own a Gourmet Specialties that is covered by recall F-0076-2019 from Gourmet Specialties. 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-0076-2019 (September 28, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0076-2019 to see it in context.
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