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Nassar Investments Recalls Malazi Tahina Due to Salmonella Contamination

MediumPublished May 18, 2026· AI-analyzed May 19, 2026View original FDA source
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What happened

Nassar Investments has initiated a recall of Malazi Tahina (1Kg bottle) with an expiration date of 30/12/2026 and UPC 6 224011 088244 due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Who it affects

Distributors and retailers in the Raleigh, NC region carrying this product, and food safety/QA personnel responsible for monitoring microbiological contaminants in sesame-based products.

Why it matters

Salmonella contamination in shelf-stable food products represents a significant safety risk, particularly for vulnerable populations, and typically triggers high-priority enforcement actions. This recall necessitates immediate removal of the product from the supply chain to prevent potential outbreaks and suggests a need for heightened scrutiny of supplier verification programs for imported or manufactured tahina products.

Practical takeaway

QA and supply chain teams should immediately verify if this specific lot/UPC is in inventory and initiate quarantine procedures. Regulatory teams should monitor for root cause analysis to determine if this reflects a systemic manufacturing issue or an isolated raw material contamination.

FDA source material

RALEIGH, NC – MAY 19, 2026 – Nassar Investments is recalling Malazi Tahina, 1Kg bottle EXP: 30/12/2026 UPC 6 224011 088244 due to a contamination of Salmonella. Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with

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