Fresh Basil (Crown Pacific) – pesticide contamination (2013)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Hawaii Fresh Sweet Basil Hawaii Fresh Thai Basil product of the USA Crown Pacific International, Inc. Hilo, HI
Brand
Crown Pacific Int'L Llc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
no code informtion
Products Sold
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Crown Pacific Int'L Llc is recalling Hawaii Fresh Sweet Basil Hawaii Fresh Thai Basil product of the USA Crown Pacific Internationa due to State of Hawaii Issued a Cease and Desist Order to grower of basil for positive sample results for pesticides not allowed on basil.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
State of Hawaii Issued a Cease and Desist Order to grower of basil for positive sample results for pesticides not allowed on basil.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
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As reported by FDA
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Page updated: Jan 6, 2026