Active recall · SalmonellaUpdated · 2 yr 4 mo ago
UBC Food Distributors recall: Ground black pepper
UBC Food Distributors in Dearborn Michigan is recalling the Ground Black Pepper under the Baraka brand name in 7oz plastic containers 7oz * 10 With UPC code 8 22514 26626 6 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella , an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
What to do
Consumers who have purchased 7-ounce container of ground black pepper are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 313-846-8117 Monday to Friday between 9 am to 5 pm.
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Which products
Ground black pepper
- Producer
- UBC Food Distributors
- Brand
- Baraka
Ground black pepper
- Producer
- UBC Food Distributors
- Brand
- Baraka
- Barcode
- 822514266266
Ground black pepper
- Dates on pack
- The product comes in a 7 ounce, clear plastic package marked with expiration date of January 2026 on the back of the label.
More detail
Potential Contamination with Salmonella
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