Date of Recall:
February 15, 2008

Products Recalled:
"Organic Sesame Seeds Natural- Unhulled"

Product Information:
The recalled product comes in a .50-pound clear plastic packaged with a product SKU #170 at the top and a "packed on" date of December 28.   This product was sold from circa December 15, 2007 through January 28, 2008.

Recalling Firm:
Nutri-Foods, Inc.
Royal Oak, MI

Consumers with questions may call Nutri-Foods at (248) 541-6820 and ask for John B. or Judy.

Problem/Reason for Recall:
The recalled product may be contaminated with Salmonella.  Consumption of a food contaminated with Salmonella may cause symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.  Long-term complications may include severe arthritis.  These symptoms could be serious or life-threatening in young children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems.

No illnesses have been reported to-date in connection with this problem.

Production of the product has been suspended while the FDA and manufacturer of the product continue their investigation.

Consumers who have purchased the .50 pound package are urged to return them to Nutri-Foods for a full refund.

Distribution:    Sold at Nutri-Foods stores.

Press Release :   Yes 

FDA for more information