Ground Turmeric (Spices USA) – 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
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Tasty Sawa Ground Turmeric, 50 lb bag. Manufactured by Spices USA.
Brand
Spices USA Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 120674, Use By 04/2018
Products Sold
Lot 120674, Use By 04/2018
Spices USA Inc. is recalling Tasty Sawa Ground Turmeric, 50 lb bag. Manufactured by Spices USA. due to Product contains elevated levels of lead.. 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 contains elevated levels of 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.
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As reported by FDA
FL, IN
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026
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