CLASS I Food recall · Reported 4 Sep 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
Fresh basil recalled by Harvest Sensations
Harvest Sensations is recalling Fresh basil, distributed in New York. The recall was initiated on 27 Jul 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-2093-2019
- FDA event ID
- 83484
- Recalling firm
- Harvest Sensations, Doral, FL
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 27 Jul 2019
- FDA classified
- 29 Aug 2019
- Reported
- 4 Sep 2019
- 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
- Fresh Herbs
Timeline
| 27 Jul 2019 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 29 Aug 2019 | Classified by FDA | +33 days |
| 4 Sep 2019 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Fresh Basil tested positive for Salmonella
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
Fresh basil packaged in plastic bags, each weighing one pound. (No label)
Where it was distributed
Fresh Basil was imported from Mexico and distributed to one consignee in New York
Questions about this recall
Is Fresh basil recalled?
Yes. Harvest Sensations recalled Fresh basil on 27 Jul 2019. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-2093-2019.
Why was it recalled?
Fresh Basil tested positive for Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
Lot 257785
Where was it sold?
Fresh Basil was imported from Mexico and distributed to one consignee in New York
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 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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