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CriticalFDAfda-F-2438-2014SALMONELLA CONTAMINATION

Swanson 100% Certified Organic, Carob Powder, Raw Chocolate Substitute, Net wt 1 lb (454 grams), in round 1000 cc High Density Poly-ethyl...

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (Salmonella contamination). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
544
Recall Date
July 28, 2014
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Salmonella Contamination

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-2438-2014.

Swanson Certified Organic Carob Powder, item number SWF115 is being recalled due to a potential risk of Salmonella contamination from a raw ingredient used in this product.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-2438-2014.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Swanson Health Products, Inc or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-F-2438-2014.

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Swanson Health Products, Inc Recall FAQ

Swanson Health Products, Inc is the subject of a snacks & candy safety report: Swanson 100% Certified Organic, Carob Powder, Raw Chocolate Substitute, Net wt 1 lb (454 grams), in round 1000 cc High Density Poly-ethyl.... The notice was published on July 28, 2014 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 544 units are potentially affected.