Taco seasoning recall issued due to salmonella concerns

WASHINGTON – Williams Foods LLC has issued a voluntary recall of taco seasoning sold at Walmart and HEB due to concerns of potential salmonella contamination.

The items subject to recall contain cumin spice involved in a recall initiated by the supplier, Mincing Spice Co., after a specific lot was found to be potentially contaminated with salmonella. We’re told the recall is a precautionary measure and that no complaints or reported cases of Salmonellosis have been received in connection to these products.

The following products are subject to recall:

• Great Value Mild Taco Seasoning Mix, 1 oz, Item Number: 564829444, Product UPC: 0 78742 24572 0, with “best by” dates of 7/8/21 and 7/9/21
• HEB Taco Seasoning Mix Reduced Sodium, 1.25 oz, Item Number: 050215, Product UPC: 0 41220 79609 0, with “best by” dates of 7/10/21, 7/11/21, and 7/15/21.

Those who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and either return them to the place of purchase or throw them away.

More information on this recall can be found here.