CLASS I Food recall · Reported 2 Sep 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Black Pepper Coarse Ground recalled by The Kroger
The Kroger is recalling Black Pepper Coarse Ground, distributed in 31 states. The recall was initiated on 25 Jul 2015 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-3045-2015
- FDA event ID
- 71809
- Recalling firm
- The Kroger, Cincinnati, OH
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Jul 2015
- FDA classified
- 21 Aug 2015
- Reported
- 2 Sep 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Peppers
Timeline
| 25 Jul 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 21 Aug 2015 | Classified by FDA | +27 days |
| 2 Sep 2015 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The products were recalled because a container of Kroger Garlic Powder tested positive for Salmonella during routine FDA retail sampling. Out of an abundance of caution, the firm is recalling all items produced on the filling line between sanitation cycles.
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
Kroger Black Pepper Coarse Ground UPC 11110 70041 NET WT 17.1 oz plastic container
Where it was distributed
Product was shipped to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV & WY.
AlaskaAlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMichiganMissouriMississippiMontanaNorth CarolinaNebraskaNew Mexico
Stores named: Kroger
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The products were recalled because a container of Kroger Garlic Powder tested positive for Salmonella during routine FDA retail sampling. Out of an abundance of caution, the firm is recalling all items produced on the filling line between sanitation cycles.
Which lots are affected?
Sell by: May 18 18PS4 & Sell by: May 19 18PS4
Where was it sold?
Product was shipped to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV & WY.
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.
Other products in this recall event
3 other products · FDA event 71809This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Ground Cinnamon recalled by The Kroger.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Ground Cinnamon recalled by The Kroger | The Kroger | Salmonella | 31 states | |
| CLASS I | Garlic Powder recalled by The KrogerGarlic | The Kroger | Salmonella | 31 states | |
| CLASS I | Bac'n Buds Artificial Bacon Flavored Chips recalled by The KrogerBac'n Buds | The Kroger | Salmonella | 31 states |
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