Santa Maura Spice & Garlic recalls 10lb avocado leaves (hoja de aguacate) due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should avoid using these products until further notice.
Santa Maura Spice & Garlic is recalling avocado leaves (hoja de aguacate) because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Santa M: 10-pound avocado leaves (hoja de aguacate) are being recalled because they may contain Salmonella bacteria. This poses a risk of foodborne illness if consumed.
Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The contamination may occur during the growing or harvesting process of the avocado leaves.
Anyone who purchased Santa Maura's 10-pound avocado leaves (hoja de aguacate) from the manufacturer. People who use these leaves for cooking or food preparation are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Avocado Leaves (Hoja De Aguacate)' and net weight of 10lbs. The lot number SM100915 is also associated with this recall.
Look for the product name 'Avocado Leaves (Hoja De Aguacate)' and net weight of 10lbs with lot number SM100915.
The recall states the product may be contaminated with Salmonella, so it is not safe to consume.
The official recall notice does not mention refunds or replacements.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so the product should be discarded or not used.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Santa Maura Spice & Garlic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0333-2016 — Santa Maura Spice & Garlic Santa Maura Spice & Garlic Hello, I own a Santa Maura Spice & Garlic that is covered by recall F-0333-2016 from Santa Maura Spice & Garlic. 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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