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What’s the Problem?
This recall affects Wild Harvest Organic Fresh Basil products sold in .25oz, .75oz, 2oz, and 4oz plastic clamshell containers (UPCs: 0071153550450, 0071153550322, 0071153550762, 0071153550323), according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) [1]. The recalled basil can be identified by a white sticker with black ink on the back of the container stating: “Product of Colombia” and “112.”
The problem was found when routine testing identified the presence of Cyclospora cayetanensis in samples of Wild Harvest Organic Fresh Basil taken by the FDA. Affected products were distributed to grocery stores in Minnesota, the agency said.
If you purchased any Wild Harvest Basil that is affected by this recall, you should discard it immediately in an appropriate waste container. Anyone concerned about a food-borne illness should consult their medical provider. This recall began on May 11, 2020.
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What are the Symptoms of a Cyclospora Infection?
The time between becoming infected and becoming sick (incubation period) with cyclosporiasis is typically about 1 week. Cyclospora infects the small intestine (bowel) and usually causes varying degrees of the following symptoms:
- watery diarrhea
- loss of appetite
- weight loss
- stomach cramps/pain
- bloating
- increased gas
- nausea
- fatigue
- vomiting
- body aches
- headache
- fever
- other flu-like symptoms
Some people who are infected with Cyclospora do not have any symptoms (asymptomatic).
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Do I Have a Wild Harvest Basil Recall Lawsuit?
The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Wild Harvest Basil Recall Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new cyclospora cases in all 50 states.
If you or a loved one had symptoms of cyclosporiasis after eating recalled Wild Harvest Basil, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.