U.B.C. Food Distributors INC. is recalling approximately 1,070 units of Baraka brand ground black pepper because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled pepper is packaged in 7-ounce containers and was distributed to retail stores nationwide. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product. If you have this product, you should return it to the store where you bought it for a refund or dispose of it.
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can include fever, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
You have 2 options:
Packaged 10 units per case.
Ground Black Pepper, Best Before January 2026, Back Label
Ground Black Pepper, Net Wt 7 oz, Front Label
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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