CDC warns of salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated basil sold at Trader Joe’s that has sickened 12 people in multiple states

Health officials are warning of a food poisoning outbreak linked to basil sold at Trader Joe’s.

At least 12 people in seven states have become ill with salmonella after eating Infinite Herbs organic basil, including one who was hospitalized.

Customers across the U.S. are being urged to throw away the products that were sold in 2.5 oz clamshell containers.

The public is also advised to clean surfaces and objects that may have come into contact with basil, including refrigerator shelves and cutting boards.

In a health alert issued Thursday, the CDC said it is investigating whether other products may also have been contaminated.

The spice was sold at Trader Joe’s locations in 29 states and DC and has since been recalled.