Aroma Imports Inc. Recalls Nabelsi brand Thyme Because of Possible Health Risk
Aroma Imports Inc. of Dearborn Heights, MI, is recalling 450 g and 4.5
kg packages of Nabelsi brand Thyme because the products have the potential
to contain excessive levels of lead. The recall was initiated after it
was discovered that product contained high levels of lead (422 PPM) based
on sampling by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Illinois Department
of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection. Based on the product’s
30 g serving size, the calculated lead result is 12,660 µg per serving.
This level exceeds the daily limit guidelines of 6 µg per day for
children, the 25 µg per day for pregnant women, and the 75 µg
per day for other adults.
The recalled Nabelsi Thyme was distributed from Nov. 7, 2016 until Feb.
22, 2017 to retailers, food service establishments, and wholesalers in
Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey and Virginia.
The 450 g size (UPC: 4670000205314) is packaged in a mostly green foil/mylar
bag that is not transparent on either side. The 4.5 kg size (UPC: 6670000205374)
packaging is a silver foil/mylar bag. The production date for both sizes
is 08/20/2016 and the expiration date is 08/20/2018. The production and
expiration dates can be found on the back lower left corner of the 450
g package and back lower right of the 4.5 kg package. The 450 g packages
are packed 24 per case and the 4.5 kg packages are packed 2 per case.
Lead can accumulate in the body over time and too much of it can cause
serious and sometimes permanent adverse health consequences. People with
high blood levels of lead may show no symptoms, but the condition may
cause damage to the nervous system and internal organs. Acute lead poisoning
may cause a wide range of symptoms, including abdominal pain, muscle weakness,
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, and bloody or decreased urinary
output. Children are particularly vulnerable to lead poisoning. Lead poisoning
can be diagnosed through clinical testing.
There have been two cases of high blood levels of lead associated with
this product to date. Both cases have been reported through the Illinois
Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Protection.
Consumers who have purchased any packages Nabelsi Thyme should not consume
the product and are urged to return them to the place of purchase for
a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company 313-724-7157
Monday to Friday 10:00 AM to 6: 00 PM EST.
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