CLASS I Food recall · Reported 3 Jul 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report
Karawan, 100% Raw Ethiopian Sesame Seeds recalled
Brodt Zanatti Holding is recalling Karawan, 100% Raw Ethiopian Sesame Seeds. The recall was initiated on 15 May 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-1518-2019
- FDA event ID
- 82871
- Recalling firm
- Brodt Zanatti Holding, Jupiter, FL
- Brand
- Karawan
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 15 May 2019
- FDA classified
- 27 Jun 2019
- Reported
- 3 Jul 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
- Other
Timeline
| 15 May 2019 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 27 Jun 2019 | Classified by FDA | +43 days |
| 3 Jul 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
The recall was initiated due to New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene laboratory results from two samples of Karawan brand tahini testing positive for Salmonella. The recall was expanded to cover SoCo brand Tahini.
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
Karawan, 100% Raw Ethiopian Sesame Seeds, Net Weight: 17 Kg (599.6 oz)
Where it was distributed
Domestic distribution only.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The recall was initiated due to New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene laboratory results from two samples of Karawan brand tahini testing positive for Salmonella. The recall was expanded to cover SoCo brand Tahini.
Which lots are affected?
All expiration dates. Expiration date located on lid.
Where was it sold?
Domestic distribution only.
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 82871This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Karawan Tahini recalled by Brodt Zanatti Holding.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Karawan Tahini recalled by Brodt Zanatti HoldingKarawan Tahini | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL | |
| CLASS I | Tahini SoCo Seeds of Collaboration, 100% Stone Ground Sesame Seeds recalledTahini SoCo | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL | |
| CLASS I | Karawan, 100% Pure Sesame Seeds recalled by Brodt Zanatti HoldingKarawan | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL |
More recalls from Brodt Zanatti Holding
All 4| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Karawan, 100% Pure Sesame Seeds recalled by Brodt Zanatti HoldingKarawan | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Tahini SoCo Seeds of Collaboration, 100% Stone Ground Sesame Seeds recalledTahini SoCo | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL |
| Food | CLASS I | Karawan Tahini recalled by Brodt Zanatti HoldingKarawan Tahini | Brodt Zanatti Holding | Salmonella | FL |
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