Mild Jerk Curry Powder (Oriental Packing) – Lead Contamination (2016)
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
Mild Jerk Curry Powder. Packaged under name Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning. Sold as 2 oz, 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 22 oz, and 5 lb.
Brand
Oriental Packing Co., Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot No. 041416. Exp. Date: 11/01/2018 thru 06/29/2019.
Products Sold
Lot No. 041416. Exp. Date: 11/01/2018 thru 06/29/2019.
Oriental Packing Co., Inc. is recalling Mild Jerk Curry Powder. Packaged under name Ocho Rios Mild Jerk Curry Seasoning. Sold as 2 oz, 4 oz, due to Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also . 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
Product samples tested positive for lead. Finished curry products tested and ground turmeric ingredient used to manufacture the curry seasoning also tested positive for lead.
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
FL, NY
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026