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Critical RiskFDA Food
Food & Beverages/Packaged & Processed

KAREEM MART INC: Tahina Sesame Paste Recalled for Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: March 16, 2021
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Summary

Kareem Mart Inc. is recalling approximately 2,350 units of Tahina Sesame Paste because the product tested positive for Salmonella. The recall includes 1,800 1lb jars, 450 2lb jars, and 100 10kg metal containers. These products were distributed to retail stores and distributors in Illinois, Montana, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Consumers should not eat these products and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

The product is contaminated with Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pantry for Tahina Sesame Paste packaged in 1lb plastic jars, 2lb plastic jars, or 10kg metal containers with UPC code 6215000382207.
  2. Verify the identifying numbers on the packaging: look for Lot 1 with an expiration date of 07-01-2022, or firm system numbers KH100P045, KH100P090, or KH100M100.
  3. Stop using the product immediately and do not consume it.
  4. Return any affected product to the retail store where it was purchased for a full refund.
  5. For additional questions or to report a concern, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Full refund upon return.

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions

Affected Products

Product: Tahina Sesame Paste (1lb plastic jar)
Item Code:
KH100P045
UPC Codes:
6215000382207
Lot Numbers:
Lot 1
Date Ranges: 07-01-2022 (Expiration Date)
Product: Tahina Sesame Paste (2lb plastic jar)
Item Code:
KH100P090
UPC Codes:
6215000382207
Lot Numbers:
Lot 1
Date Ranges: 07-01-2022 (Expiration Date)
Product: Tahina Sesame Paste (10kg metal container)
Item Code:
KH100M100
UPC Codes:
6215000382207
Lot Numbers:
Lot 1
Date Ranges: 07-01-2022 (Expiration Date)

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 87438
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: KAREEM MART INC
Sold By: retail stores
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 1800 of the 1lb units; 450 of the 2lb units; and 100 of the 10kg units
Distributed To: Illinois, Montana, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia
Agency Last Updated: September 1, 2021

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