FDA recall record

Makzemo BALQEES SPICES, Yemeni Spices Mix, NET WEIGHT: 230g recall — FDA F-2099-2019

Product contains high levels of lead.

Class Iclassification
F-2099-2019official record ID
Aug 28, 2019report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordF-2099-2019
CategoryFood Recalls
ClassificationClass I
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmMakzemo LLC
Report dateAug 28, 2019
Recall initiation dateApr 11, 2019
Quantity600 units total
LocationBrooklyn, NY, United States

Official product description

BALQEES SPICES, Yemeni Spices Mix, NET WEIGHT: 230g (1/2 lb.) and 454 grams (1lb.) clear plastic container and 5 lbs. clear plastic bag. Distributed By: Makzemo LLC, 7304 5th Avenue # 112, Brooklyn, NY 11209, (718) 219-6630, Ingredients, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cumin, Coriander, Garlic, Flavors

Why the product was recalled

Product contains high levels of lead.

Distribution information

NY, MI

How to read the classification

FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.

Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Telephone.

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