Z Natural Foods recalls Lightly Roasted Organic Carob Powder (1lb and 5lb bags) due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check lot numbers and contact the company for instructions.
Possible risk of contamination from Salmonella
Z Natural Foods is recalling lightly roasted organic carob powder in 1-pound and 5-pound bags because of a possible Salmonella contamination risk. This could lead to foodborne illness if the product is consumed.
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The risk is low but possible if the contaminated product is eaten.
Anyone who purchased the Lightly Roasted Organic Carob Powder from Z Natural Foods between the best-by date of December 5, 2016, and the current date. People with compromised immune systems are at slightly higher risk.
Check for the lot number ZNCARB39513 on the packaging of the 1-pound and 5-pound bags of Lightly Roasted Organic Carob Powder. The best-by date is December 5, 2016.
Look for the lot number ZNCARB39513 and best-by date of December 5, 2016 on the packaging.
The product may be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause food poisoning. Do not consume if you have the lot number ZNCARB39513.
Check the packaging for the lot number ZNCARB39513 and best-by date of December 5, 2016.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Z Natural Foods directly for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Z Natural Foods to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0473-2015 — Z Natural Foods Z Natural Foods Hello, I own a Z Natural Foods that is covered by recall F-0473-2015 from Z Natural 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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