Ground Cumin (E & S) – peanut protein contamination (2015)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
E & S Ground Cumin, Net Wt. 1 LB (16 oz.), E & S Foods, Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981, UPC 000000130059
Brand
Colonna Brothers Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Colonna Brothers Inc. is recalling E & S Ground Cumin, Net Wt. 1 LB (16 oz.), E & S Foods, Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981, UPC 000000130059 due to Colonna Brothers is recalling ground cumin received from its supplier that may be contaminated with peanut proteins.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
The following details were not provided by the FDA: specific lot codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Colonna Brothers is recalling ground cumin received from its supplier that may be contaminated with peanut proteins.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
NJ, NY, PA
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026