CLASS II Food recall · Reported 11 May 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Organic Lemon Myrtle recalled by Dmh Ingredients
Dmh Ingredients is recalling Organic Lemon Myrtle, distributed in New Jersey. The recall was initiated on 8 Apr 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-1294-2016
- FDA event ID
- 73844
- Recalling firm
- Dmh Ingredients, Libertyville, IL
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 8 Apr 2016
- FDA classified
- 5 May 2016
- Reported
- 11 May 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Citrus
Timeline
| 8 Apr 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 5 May 2016 | Classified by FDA | +27 days |
| 11 May 2016 | 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 Organic Lemon Myrtle 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
Organic Lemon Myrtle packed in a 12.5kg plastic bag inside of a cardboard box.
Where it was distributed
The product was distributed to one Manufacturer in New Jersey. Harris Freeman (Southern Tea Company) 344 New Albany Road Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
Questions about this recall
Is Organic Lemon Myrtle recalled?
Yes. Dmh Ingredients recalled Organic Lemon Myrtle on 8 Apr 2016. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1294-2016.
Why was it recalled?
The Organic Lemon Myrtle tested positive for Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Lot# SKF330015/ SKF2271115
Where was it sold?
The product was distributed to one Manufacturer in New Jersey. Harris Freeman (Southern Tea Company) 344 New Albany Road Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
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 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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