CLASS I Food recall · Reported 7 Apr 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report

Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio and sizes recalled by Kareem Mart

Kareem Mart is recalling Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio and sizes, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 8 Mar 2021 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesBest Before 07-01-2022

Quantity recalled2412 units

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-0378-2021
FDA event ID: 87576
Recalling firm: Kareem Mart, Garden City, MI
Brand: Kareem Chef
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 8 Mar 2021
FDA classified: 30 Mar 2021
Reported: 7 Apr 2021
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Telephone
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Nuts

Timeline

8 Mar 2021	Recall initiated by company
30 Mar 2021	Classified by FDA	+22 days
7 Apr 2021	Published in enforcement report	+8 days

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

Reason for recall

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

Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio 1lb and 2lb sizes in plastic tub

Where it was distributed

The recalled Halva were distributed through Mediterranean food stores and wholesalers in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, New York, Ohio, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Between March 2020 to Feb 2021.

Illinois Michigan Missouri North Carolina New York Ohio Pennsylvania

Questions about this recall

Is Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio and sizes recalled?

Yes. Kareem Mart recalled Kareem Chef Halva with Pistachio and sizes on 8 Mar 2021. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0378-2021.

Why was it recalled?

Salmonella

Which lots are affected?

Best Before 07-01-2022

Where was it sold?

The recalled Halva were distributed through Mediterranean food stores and wholesalers in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, New York, Ohio, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Between March 2020 to Feb 2021.

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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