Regal Oregano Leaves Recalled Due to Rodent Feces Contamination
Regal Foods, Inc is recalling oregano leaves due to rodent feces found in product samples. The recall affects products distributed to Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall for biological contamination (rodent feces) in food. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in the source text. The presence of confirmed contamination in product samples warrants a High severity rating.
Plain-English summary
Regal Foods, Inc has initiated a recall of REGAL OREGANO LEAVES in multiple package sizes (20 lbs, 4 oz, and 1.5 lbs containers). The recall was issued because rodent feces were detected in samples of the oregano product.
The affected oregano was distributed to retail and food service establishments in Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky. Product codes associated with the recall include ORE22183, 8370, 8400, and OM/23-550. Approximately 9,460 pounds of product are affected.
Consumers and businesses in the affected states who have purchased this product should not use it. The presence of rodent feces poses a health risk. Anyone who has consumed this product and develops illness symptoms should consult a healthcare provider and report the illness to local health authorities.
For more information on this recall, consumers may contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or visit their recalls, market withdrawals, and safety alerts page.
The recalled product
- Product
- REGAL OREGANO LEAVES 20 lbs. , 4 Oz, 1.5 lbs., various containers.
- Manufacturer
- Regal Foods, Inc
- Category
- Food — Seasonings / Dried Herbs
- Hazard
- rodent-feces
- biological-contamination
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (3)
- Code: ORE22183
- 8370
- 8400 OM/23-550
Distribution
Distributed in 4 states:
- GA
- KY
- MD
- PA
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