Federal officials have revised the classification of an existing recall of two mustard brands after a key ingredient tested positive for salmonella.
The recall, which was first issued on December 17, 2024, affects Keith Valley mustard, which is distributed by Ben E. Keith Foods in Fort Worth, Texas, and Red Boy mustard, which is distributed by Clements Foods in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, according to an enforcement report from the United States Food and Drug Administration.
On January 30, 2025, the FDA designated this as a Class III recall, indicating that the contaminated product is unlikely to cause serious health consequences.
Salmonella infection, on the other hand, can be deadly, particularly for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
Why It Matters
The recall raises concerns about food safety. While mustard is not usually associated with salmonella outbreaks, the recall emphasizes the possibility of contamination in processed foods.
Which States Are Affected by the Recall?
The recall includes mustard products distributed in Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.
Customers in these states should check their mustard and follow recall instructions.
What to Know
The FDA has issued a recall for 96 cases of Keith Valley mustard and 864 cases of Red Boy mustard after mustard seeds in the products tested positive for bacteria.
960 cases of mustard have been recalled.
The recalled products include:
- Keith Valley mustard, net 1 gal (UPC 046045062467), distributed by Ben E. Keith Foods, Fort Worth, TX.
- Red Boy brand mustard, net 1 gal (UPC 071735128154), distributed by Clements Foods Company, Oklahoma City, OK.
Lot numbers affected include: 4341CF, 4342CF, 4343CF, 4344CF, 4346CF, CF4341, CF4342, CF4344, and CF4346.
Ben E. Keith Foods’ website includes a public statement about recalls. It states, “Food safety and quality assurance are top priorities at Ben E. Keith Foods.” We are committed to providing safe products to all of our customers.
“We strictly comply with and implement industry standards and best practices in the following areas: standard operating procedures, sanitation standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), Food Safety Modernization Act plans and guidelines, refrigeration temperatures and controls, preventative maintenance plans, and recall procedures, as verified and documented by a third-party compliance firm.”
Consumers who have purchased these items should discard them immediately or return them to the point of purchase for a refund.
What Happens Next
The FDA’s recall is still in progress. Consumers may obtain updates by visiting the FDA’s Enforcement Report Information page.
Individuals who are experiencing symptoms of salmonella infection, including fever, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps, should seek medical medical attention.
