CLASS I Food recall · Reported 28 Oct 2020 · FDA Enforcement Report
The Spice Hunter Freeze-Dried Chives recalled by Sauer Brands Inc - SLO
Sauer Brands Inc - SLO is recalling The Spice Hunter Freeze-Dried Chives, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 9 Oct 2020 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-0057-2021
- FDA event ID
- 86594
- Recalling firm
- Sauer Brands Inc - SLO, San Luis Obispo, CA
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 9 Oct 2020
- FDA classified
- 22 Oct 2020
- Reported
- 28 Oct 2020
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Spices
Timeline
| 9 Oct 2020 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 22 Oct 2020 | Classified by FDA | +13 days |
| 28 Oct 2020 | 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
Potential Salmonella contamination.
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
The Spice Hunter Freeze-Dried Chives 0.13 oz. Jar UPC 8105701230 Case UPC 40081057012305
Where it was distributed
nationwide and on line sales
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Potential Salmonella contamination.
Which lots are affected?
Lot Number: 20270C Best By Date: Sep-23
Where was it sold?
nationwide and on line sales
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
25 other products · FDA event 86594This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is The Spice Hunter Pumpkin Pie Spice recalled by Sauer Brands Inc - SLO.
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