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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0447-2017/FDA enforcement
C.f. Sauer Company·Food·Dec 24, 2014

Sauer's Chill Powder, 5.5 Lbs

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein.

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameC.f. Sauer Company
Recalling firmC.f. Sauer CompanyRichmond, VA, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • PRODUCT ID 01047 LOT # 14231R
Distribution area

The product was distributed thru out the United States.

United States

Quantity affected392 Cases
Recall initiationFDA report date: November 23, 2016
FDA recall numberF-0447-2017

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

C.f. Sauer Company initiated this food recall on December 24, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein. The FDA report lists distribution as: The product was distributed thru out the United States .

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein.

Sauer's Chill Powder, 5.5 Lbs was made or distributed by C.f. Sauer Company in Richmond, VA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0447-2017, dated November 23, 2016.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared peanut

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, vomiting or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a peanut allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed peanut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Sauer's Chill Powder, 5.5 Lbs recall?

C.f. Sauer Company recalled Sauer's Chill Powder, 5.5 Lbs in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0447-2017. The firm was notified that a specific lot of Ground Cumin Seed (lot # 2686E) they purchased had tested and found to be positive for peanut protein.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a peanut allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the C.f. Sauer Company recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-0447-2017. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Official source

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.