CLASS II Food recall · Reported 12 Dec 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report

Italian Spice Blend Salt Free and bulk recalled

Black River Industries is recalling Italian Spice Blend Salt Free and bulk, distributed in Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 8 Nov 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot # 12318

Quantity recalled22 lbs.

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-0686-2019
FDA event ID: 81544
Recalling firm: Black River Industries, Medford, WI
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 8 Nov 2018
FDA classified: 3 Dec 2018
Reported: 12 Dec 2018
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Foreign Material
Product category: Fresh Herbs

Timeline

8 Nov 2018	Recall initiated by company
3 Dec 2018	Classified by FDA	+25 days
12 Dec 2018	Published in enforcement report	+9 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Parsley Flakes are being recalled because they may contain a foreign material (plastic). EXPANDED 1127/2018 During processing it was noted that Basil Leaf Sweet and Italian Spice Blend No Salt also may contain foreign material (plastic).

Foreign material recalls cover pieces of metal, plastic, glass, wood or other objects that got into the product during processing and could cause injury if eaten.

Product as listed by the FDA

Italian Spice Blend Salt Free in 2 Lb. plastic bottles and 20 Lb. bulk boxes. Ingredients; Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram & Spices. Not labeled for Resale.

Where it was distributed

WI Correctional Facilities

Wisconsin

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Which lots are affected?

Lot # 12318

Where was it sold?

WI Correctional Facilities

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 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

2 other products · FDA event 81544

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
12 Dec 2018	CLASS II	Parsley Flakes recalled by Black River IndustriesParsley Flakes	Black River Industries	Foreign Material	WI
12 Dec 2018	CLASS II	Sweet Basil Leaf and bulk recalled by Black River Industries	Black River Industries	Foreign Material	WI

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12 Dec 2018Food	CLASS II	Sweet Basil Leaf and bulk recalled by Black River Industries	Black River Industries	Foreign Material	WI
12 Dec 2018Food	CLASS II	Parsley Flakes recalled by Black River IndustriesParsley Flakes	Black River Industries	Foreign Material	WI

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