Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported May 10, 2017
Nabelsi Thyme (also known on invoices as Zatar) 450g retail (24 packages per wholesale case) 4.5kg retail (2 bags per wholesale case) Cardboard box wholesale case, retail packages flexible plastic
Elevated lead levels in product
The recall
Aroma Imports Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall — Elevated lead levels in product.
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- May 10, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-2180-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-2180-2017) was formally reported on May 10, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 17, 2017. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Aroma Imports Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Dearborn Heights, MI. Federal records list the affected scope as 95 cases of 24(450g), 10 cases of 2 bags(4.5kg).
The documented reason for this recall is: Elevated lead levels in product Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, and New Jersey. 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, 4 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.
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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 83,949 recalls in the database, 21,198 are high severity, 58,883 moderate, and 3,868 low. This recall is classified high severity.
Affected scope
95 cases of 24(450g), 10 cases of 2 bags(4.5kg)
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
Nabelsi Thyme (also known on invoices as Zatar) 450g retail (24 packages per wholesale case) 4.5kg retail (2 bags per wholesale case) Cardboard box wholesale case, retail packages flexible plastic
Reason for recall
Elevated lead levels in product
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-2180-2017 |
| Date reported | May 10, 2017 |
| Date initiated | March 17, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Aroma Imports Inc |
| Firm location | Dearborn Heights, MI |
| Affected scope | 95 cases of 24(450g), 10 cases of 2 bags(4.5kg) |
| Distribution | Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, and New Jersey |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Nabelsi Thyme (also known on invoices as Zatar) 450g retail (24 packages per wholesale case) 4.5kg retail (2 bags per wholesale case) Cardboard box wholesale case, retail packages flexible plastic. Recalled by Aroma Imports Inc. Units affected: 95 cases of 24(450g), 10 cases of 2 bags(4.5kg).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Elevated lead levels in product
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on May 10, 2017. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-2180-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, and New Jersey.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-2180-2017) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported May 10, 2017.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).