CLASS I Food recall · Reported 27 Mar 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Nat Flv Beef FF, IFF recalled by International Flavors &
International Flavors & Fragrances is recalling Nat Flv Beef FF, IFF, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 May 2012 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-1235-2013
- FDA event ID
- 61912
- Recalling firm
- International Flavors & Fragrances, Carrollton, TX
- Brand
- Nat Flv
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 17 May 2012
- FDA classified
- 19 Mar 2013
- Reported
- 27 Mar 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Beef
Timeline
| 17 May 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Mar 2013 | Classified by FDA | +306 days |
| 27 Mar 2013 | 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
Product has the potential to be contaminated with 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
Nat Flv Beef FF, IFF Code 13580894, Net Weight 50 lb, Batch 0004702577, Production Date 04/23/2012, For Manufacturing Use Only.
Where it was distributed
Domestically Nationwide and to Canada.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
IFF Code 13580894, Batch 0004702577, and Production Date 04/23/2012.
Where was it sold?
Domestically Nationwide and to Canada.
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
6 other products · FDA event 61912| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Natural Chicken Flavor Seasoning, IFF recalled | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide | |
| CLASS I | Beef, IFF recalled by International Flavors & | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide | |
| CLASS I | Bean Sauce Seasoning, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Bean | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide | |
| CLASS I | Nat Flavor Beef Marrow, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Nat Flavor | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide | |
| CLASS I | Grilled Chicken Marinade, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Grilled | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide | |
| CLASS I | Nat Beef FF, Iff Code ULL89721 recalled by International Flavors & | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide |
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All 8| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Seasoning blends IFF Inc. Carrollton 1620 West Crosby recalled | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | TX |
| Food | CLASS I | Nat Beef FF, Iff Code ULL89721 recalled by International Flavors & | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide |
| Food | CLASS I | Grilled Chicken Marinade, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Grilled | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide |
| Food | CLASS I | Nat Flavor Beef Marrow, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Nat Flavor | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide |
| Food | CLASS I | Bean Sauce Seasoning, IFF recalled by International Flavors &Bean | International Flavors & Fragrances | Salmonella | Nationwide |