CLASS I Food recall · Reported 28 Aug 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
Balqees Spices, Yemeni Spices Mix recalled by Makzemo
Makzemo is recalling Balqees Spices, Yemeni Spices Mix, distributed in Michigan, New York. The recall was initiated on 11 Apr 2019 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-2099-2019
- FDA event ID
- 83536
- Recalling firm
- Makzemo, Brooklyn, NY
- Brand
- Balqees
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 11 Apr 2019
- FDA classified
- 3 Sep 2019
- Reported
- 28 Aug 2019
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Lead & Heavy Metals
- Product category
- Peppers
Timeline
| 11 Apr 2019 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 28 Aug 2019 | Published in enforcement report | +139 days |
| 3 Sep 2019 | Classified by FDA | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Product contains high levels of lead.
Lead and other heavy metals accumulate in the body. Children are most at risk; even low levels can affect development.
Product as listed by the FDA
BALQEES SPICES, Yemeni Spices Mix, NET WEIGHT: 230g (1/2 lb.) and 454 grams (1lb.) clear plastic container and 5 lbs. clear plastic bag. Distributed By: Makzemo LLC, 7304 5th Avenue # 112, Brooklyn, NY 11209, (718) 219-6630, Ingredients, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cumin, Coriander, Garlic, Flavors
Where it was distributed
NY, MI
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Product contains high levels of lead.
Which lots are affected?
Best Before 12/01/2021; UPC 510877504032 additional lots may be involved
Where was it sold?
NY, MI
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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