HIGH RISK
Terminated
F-1613-2017
Ground Turmeric packaged as follows: a) FOOD LOCKER(R) , 16 oz, PHENIX FOOD SERVICE, PHENIX CITY, AL 36867 b) Ground Turmeric, Net Wt. 4 oz.,
Recalled by J M Exotic Foods Inc
Classification
Class I — Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Reason for Recall
The firm received a notice from their supplier that a sample of ground turmeric was tested and found to have elevated levels of lead.
Product Details
Product Quantity
468 units
Product Type
Food
Code Info
a) Lot number: 16110118 b) Lot numbers: 16131185, 16165184
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution & Geography
Distribution Pattern
GA, AL
Company Location
Moody, AL, 35004-2137
Timeline
Report Date
03/22/2017
Recall Initiated
08/02/2016
Classification Date
03/16/2017
Termination Date
03/29/2017
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — FDA Recalls
Last updated: July 13, 2026
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