Turkana Food Inc. of Kenilworth, NJ, is recalling 858 cases of Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it is contaminated with Salmonella.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling performed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished products contained Salmonella. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as FDA and the company continue their investigation to what caused the problem. 

The Recalled Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste was distributed in the states of Florida, Kentucky, Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Tennessee, Massachusetts, Texas, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Maryland, Ohio, Alabama, Missouri and California.

The product is packaged in 16-ounce plastic jars with gold lids and gold labels marked Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini.

Consumers can identify the recalled product by looking for LOT# 120824-01 printed on the top portion of the jar UPC Label 854643003054 marked by a sticker on the side of the jar.

The product expiration date of August 2026 is on the top portion of the jar.

No reported illnesses have been confirmed in relation to the recalled product as of Feb. 5.

Consumers who purchased Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini With lot code 120824-01 should not consume the product and they are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Turkana Foods Inc. 908-810-8800 or email info@turkanafood.com.