Check your pantries: Urgent recall of well-known spices nationwide
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A set of popular spices have been removed from supermarket shelves nationally. The recalled food products were previously sold at IGA supermarkets, independent food retailers, health food stores, and online retailers across the country.
The three recalled varieties of Herbie’s Spices were Raita Spice Blend, Black Salt, and Chaat Masala. The spices have best before markings from July 18, 2024, up until July 18, 2025.
Food Standards Australia explained that they determined the products contained the undeclared presence of peanuts and tree nuts.
Three varieties of Herbie’s Spices were recalled. Source: Yahoo! News
According to Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia, ‘Australia has a relatively high prevalence of peanut allergy. Almost 3 per cent of children have a peanut allergy. Around 20 per cent grow out of their peanut allergy. But sometimes, peanut allergies do not appear until later in life.’
‘Any consumers who have a peanut or tree nut allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ Food Standards Australia warned.
‘They should not consume these products and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.’
Mayo Clinic stated on its website that peanut allergies can lead to life-threatening symptoms, stating: ‘Even tiny amounts of peanuts can cause a serious reaction, also known as anaphylaxis.’
Peanut allergies can cause life-threatening symptoms. Source: Real Simple
If you have a peanut allergy, only a few minutes after consuming or exposure to the ingredient, you may start experiencing the following symptoms:
Experts have advised that it’s best to seek emergency treatment immediately upon experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned. Call your local emergency number if you or someone else displays severe dizziness, trouble breathing, or loss of consciousness.
You may read more information about the recall by clicking here.
What are your thoughts on this spices recall? Have you ever purchased any of them before? Let us know in the comments!
The three recalled varieties of Herbie’s Spices were Raita Spice Blend, Black Salt, and Chaat Masala. The spices have best before markings from July 18, 2024, up until July 18, 2025.
Food Standards Australia explained that they determined the products contained the undeclared presence of peanuts and tree nuts.
Three varieties of Herbie’s Spices were recalled. Source: Yahoo! News
According to Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia, ‘Australia has a relatively high prevalence of peanut allergy. Almost 3 per cent of children have a peanut allergy. Around 20 per cent grow out of their peanut allergy. But sometimes, peanut allergies do not appear until later in life.’
‘Any consumers who have a peanut or tree nut allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed,’ Food Standards Australia warned.
‘They should not consume these products and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.’
Mayo Clinic stated on its website that peanut allergies can lead to life-threatening symptoms, stating: ‘Even tiny amounts of peanuts can cause a serious reaction, also known as anaphylaxis.’
Peanut allergies can cause life-threatening symptoms. Source: Real Simple
If you have a peanut allergy, only a few minutes after consuming or exposure to the ingredient, you may start experiencing the following symptoms:
- Skin reactions including hives, redness, or swelling
- Itching or tingling in or around the mouth or throat
- Diarrhoea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting
- Tightening of the throat
- Shortness of breath or wheezing
- Runny nose
Experts have advised that it’s best to seek emergency treatment immediately upon experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned. Call your local emergency number if you or someone else displays severe dizziness, trouble breathing, or loss of consciousness.
You may read more information about the recall by clicking here.
What are your thoughts on this spices recall? Have you ever purchased any of them before? Let us know in the comments!
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