Basil — Class III food recall F-1915-2013
Terminated recall by Shenandoah Growers, Inc., reported 2013-10-02, distributed in MD, PA, VA. Fresh basil may be adulterated with pesticides.
| Recall number | F-1915-2013 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Food |
| Classification | Class III |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Shenandoah Growers, Inc., Harrisonburg, VA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2013-08-23 |
| Classified | 2013-09-24 |
| Reported by FDA | 2013-10-02 |
| Terminated | 2013-09-28 |
| Distributed | MD, PA, VA |
| Quantity | 200 pounds |
| Reason classes | chemical contamination |
| Lot numbers | 143233, 243233, 443233, 50343233 |
Product
Basil, fresh, Giant brand, packaged in 2.5 oz. package and labeled in part ***Distributed by FoodHold USA Landover, MD 20785***
Reason for recall
Fresh basil may be adulterated with pesticides.
Machine access
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