COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT
International Golden Foods, Inc (IGF) Recalls Tahini Because of Possible Health Risk
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Recall Reason DescriptionSalmonella
- Company Name:
- International Golden Foods, Inc.
- Brand Name:
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Brand Name(s)Al Kanater
- Product Description:
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Product DescriptionTahini
Company Announcement
International Golden Foods, Inc (IGF) of Bensenville, IL is voluntarily recalling certain lot codes of the Al kanater brand tahini because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune system. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The product was distributed nationwide and is sold in 16 Oz. jars. The jars are labelled “Al kanater Tahini.” Lot codes are printed on the jar. Product code, description, lot code, and UPC information are noted below.
| Product Code | Product Description & Size | Lot # | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT1LB | Al kanater Tahini Sesame Paste 1 lb. (454 gr) | TT4N‐201127 | 6‐92551‐00002‐0 |
No illnesses have been reported to-date in connection with the Al Kanater Brand Tahini.
This problem was revealed as a result of a random sampling by the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Although we have not received the final laboratory reports, IGF is recalling product with the lot codes listed above. Consumers who have purchased Al kanater Tahini with these lot codes should discontinue use and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. Retailers that may have further distributed the recalled lot codes should share this notice with their customers. Retailers or consumers with questions may contact IGF at 630-860-5552. Please see attached a sample product picture. Company Contact Information: ‐630‐860‐5552, 800‐343‐7423., info@goldenfood.com,
Please return all product back to us.
Mansour Amiran 11/29/21
International Golden Foods, Inc.
819 Industrial Dr.
Bensenville, IL 60106.
