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FDA food safety record · F-1667-2016

Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International packaged…

Silva International Inc.

Class IITerminatedReported Jul 20, 2016

Why was it recalled?

Samples of dehydrated chipotle powder came back positive for gluten, possibly from wheat. Potential presence of wheat was not disclosed on label.

Class II: Use may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious consequences is remote.

Affected product & lot codes

Zesty Nacho Spice Blend (containing dehydrated chipotle powder) from Silva International packaged in a 50 lb. poly-lined cardboard box.

Codes to check on the package

042916CL01-50

Reported quantity

10,000 lbs

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Where was it distributed?

Product was shipped to locations in TX, OH, IL, CT, AL, FL, WI, CO and New Zealand

This is the distribution reported to the agency. It is not a list of every shop or restaurant that received the product.

Recall timeline

Recall initiatedMay 19, 2016
Agency classificationJul 14, 2016
Enforcement reportJul 20, 2016
Recall terminatedMar 6, 2018
Record checkedSep 19, 2026

“Terminated” describes the agency’s recall status. It does not make a previously recalled lot suitable to consume.

Other products in this recall event

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