Eggs aren’t the only products being contaminated by salmonella at the moment. Recently, tahini pasts sold in Walmart was recalled by Ziyad Brothers Importing after state test results found traces of salmonella in the products. The recall is for Walmarts nationwide, though the Cicero, IL company noted that it “had not yet received the results of confirmation testing, but it initiated the recalls a precautionary move.”
Eggs aren’t the only products being contaminated by salmonella at the moment. Recently, tahini pasts sold in Walmart was recalled by Ziyad Brothers Importing after state test results found traces of salmonella in the products. The recall is for Walmarts nationwide, though the Cicero, IL company noted that it “had not yet received the results of confirmation testing, but it initiated the recalls a precautionary move.”
The recalled tahini was distributed to stores across the country and is packaged in “8-, 16-, and 32-ounce and half gallon jars labeled ‘Tahini Sesame Paste.'” Consumers can tell if they have one of the recalled products by checking the product codes printing on the jars. At the moment, the affected product codes include A0071, A0072, A0073, A0076, and S0073, according to the recall notice.
The random testing was performed by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. In a recent recall notice posted by Ziyad Brothers Importing, the company said:
“Consumers who have purchased Ziyad Brand Tahini with these product codes should discontinue use and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. Retailers that may have further distributed the recalled products should share this notice with their customers. Retailers or consumers with questions may contact Recall Coordinator Ray Hanania at 708-298-3818.”
Fortunately, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall. Anyone who thinks they consumed tahini paste contaminated with salmonella should seek medical attention and pay attention to signs of symptoms. Symptoms of salmonella poisoning can include fever, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pains.
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Salmonella: Tahini paste recalled nationwide
Salmonella found in Ziyad tahini; nationwide recall launched
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