CLASS II Food recall · Reported 8 Aug 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Basil Pesto recalled by Griffith Labs U
Griffith Labs U is recalling Basil Pesto, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Jul 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-1879-2018
- FDA event ID
- 80567
- Recalling firm
- Griffith Labs U, Alsip, IL
- Brand
- Basil Pesto
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 17 Jul 2018
- FDA classified
- 27 Aug 2018
- Reported
- 8 Aug 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 17 Jul 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Aug 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +22 days |
| 27 Aug 2018 | Classified by FDA | +19 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Potential presence of Salmonella due to use of recalled whey ingredient
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
Basil Pesto 50 pound bag, Item 859081100
Where it was distributed
Nationwide and Canada
Questions about this recall
Is Basil Pesto recalled?
Yes. Griffith Labs U recalled Basil Pesto on 17 Jul 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1879-2018.
Why was it recalled?
Potential presence of Salmonella due to use of recalled whey ingredient
Which lots are affected?
Batch or lot numbers: 670778
Where was it sold?
Nationwide and Canada
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 II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 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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