Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported December 5, 2018
Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper label son onto each 25-kg poly-lined, poly-weave "double bag". The label reads - Certified Organic Cardamom Pod Mixed Grade, Certified Organic by Mayacert, Product of Guatemala, Net Weight 25.00 KGS /55.115 LBS, Tare Weight 0.21 KGS / 0.463 LBS, Gross Weight 25.21 KGS 55.578 LBS KOSHER CERTIFEID BY KCA USDA ORGANIC
Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.
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New Forest LLC recalled Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper lab… - a critical-severity action.
Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper lab… was recalled by New Forest LLC in December 5, 2018. Reason: Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0678-2019 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
New Forest LLC issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Product may be contaminated with Salmonella..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- December 5, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0678-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-0678-2019) was formally reported on December 5, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 6, 2018. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. New Forest LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Putney, VT. Federal records list the affected scope as 2723 kgs.
The documented reason for this recall is: Product may be contaminated with Salmonella. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: WI, NV. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Meat & Poultry recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 437 meat & poultry recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified high severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
2723 kgs
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper label son onto each 25-kg poly-lined, poly-weave "double bag". The label reads - Certified Organic Cardamom Pod Mixed Grade, Certified Organic by Mayacert, Product of Guatemala, Net Weight 25.00 KGS /55.115 LBS, Tare Weight 0.21 KGS / 0.463 LBS, Gross Weight 25.21 KGS 55.578 LBS KOSHER CERTIFEID BY KCA USDA ORGANIC
Reason for recall
Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-0678-2019 |
| Date reported | December 5, 2018 |
| Date initiated | November 6, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | New Forest LLC |
| Firm location | Putney, VT |
| Affected scope | 2723 kgs |
| Distribution | WI, NV |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Organic Cardamom Green Whole. Product of Guatemala. Product is labeled with a paper label son onto each 25-kg poly-lined, poly-weave "double bag". The label reads - Certified Organic Cardamom Pod Mixed Grade, Certified Organic by Mayacert, Product of Guatemala, Net Weight 25.00 KGS /55.115 LBS, Tare Weight 0.21 KGS / 0.463 LBS, Gross Weight 25.21 KGS 55.578 LBS KOSHER CERTIFEID BY KCA USDA ORGANIC. Recalled by New Forest LLC. Units affected: 2723 kgs.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on December 5, 2018. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0678-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: WI, NV.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-0678-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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