CLASS I Food recall · Reported 8 Nov 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report

Spicely Organics Organic Tarragon recalled by Organic Spices

Organic Spices is recalling Spicely Organics Organic Tarragon, distributed in 21 states. The recall was initiated on 9 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot Number: OTW100134 Best if used by: 12/31/2020

Quantity recalled1570 jars

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-0131-2018
FDA event ID: 78269
Recalling firm: Organic Spices, Fremont, CA
Brand: Spicely Organics
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 9 Oct 2017
FDA classified: 8 Nov 2017
Reported: 8 Nov 2017
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Letter
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Fish

Timeline

9 Oct 2017	Recall initiated by company
8 Nov 2017	Classified by FDA	+30 days
8 Nov 2017	Published in enforcement report	+0 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

Spicely Organics Organic Tarragon 0.4oz. (11g) UPC codes: 8 26998 04106 7

Where it was distributed

U.S. distribution to the following: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin No foreign distribution.

Alaska Arizona California Colorado Hawaii Illinois Indiana Kansas Maryland Michigan Minnesota New Mexico Nevada New York Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania Texas Virginia Washington

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Potential Salmonella contamination.

Which lots are affected?

Lot Number: OTW100134 Best if used by: 12/31/2020

Where was it sold?

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.

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