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Class I Recall — Risk of Serious Adverse Health Consequences or Death
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KAREEM MART INC Tahina Sesame Paste packaged in 1lb and 2lb plastic jars and 10kg metal containe Recall 2021

KAREEM MART INCIssued February 25, 2021

KAREEM MART INC Tahina Sesame Paste packaged in 1lb and 2lb plastic jars and 10kg metal containers; UPC CODES 6215000382207 — recalled per FDA on 2/25/2021. Reason: Product tested positive for Salmonella..

Issuing agency
FDA
Issued
Feb 25, 2021
Brand
KAREEM MART INC
Distribution
1 states

What to do right now

High Risk
  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.

  2. 2

    Verify the match

    Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.

  3. 3

    Return or dispose

    Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.

  4. 4

    Clean prep surfaces

    Wash any utensils, cutting boards, or containers that touched the product with hot soapy water.

Verified source

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Summary of the official FDA notice issued February 25, 2021. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on fda.gov

What's recalled

Tahina Sesame Paste packaged in 1lb and 2lb plastic jars and 10kg metal containers; UPC CODES 6215000382207

Undeclared allergen alert

This recall involves undeclared allergens not listed on the label:

sesame

Why it was recalled

Product tested positive for Salmonella.

salmonella
Affected products & lot numbers
5 lots called out

Affected Lot Numbers

Check your product label — do not use if your lot number appears below.

Lot Number
Lot 1
DATE OF EXPIRATION 07-01-2022
numbers in firm systems are KH100P045
KH100P090
KH100M100
Consumer impact analysis
Generated for Class I recalls · 4/27/2026

# Consumer Impact Analysis: Tahina Sesame Paste Recall **Households Affected:** ~8-12 million (8-state distribution across 131M US households; concentrated in higher-population states like NY, PA, OH, NC) **At-Risk Demographics:** - Immunocompromised individuals (highest severity risk) - Children under 5 and adults 65+ - Pregnant women - Individuals with sesame allergies (dual risk: allergen + contamination) **Historical Context:** Sesame paste recalls have increased significantly since 2010, with multiple Salmonella contamination incidents linked to Middle Eastern imports. **Key Detail:** Class I designation indicates serious health risk; Salmonella causes severe gastroenteritis.

Where was it sold
1 state

The products covered by this recall may have been distributed to a distributor and retail stores in the following states: Illinois, Montana, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the KAREEM MART INC recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of February 25, 2021. Do not use or consume the affected product.

What lot numbers are affected?

Affected lot numbers: Lot 1, DATE OF EXPIRATION 07-01-2022, numbers in firm systems are KH100P045, KH100P090, KH100M100. Check the label on your product.

What should I do if I have the recalled KAREEM MART INC?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.