The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0093-2015·Announced 2014-11-05

Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto Recalled for Botulism Risk

California Olive and Vine is recalling Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto because improper processing may allow Clostridium botulinum contamination.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk pathogen (Clostridium botulinum) without reported illness, which meets the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

California Olive and Vine, LLC is voluntarily recalling Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto, 8 oz. glass jars, due to irregular lab results. The company determined that the jarred pesto may have been improperly processed, which makes it susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum.

A total of 460 jars were verified to have been sold to consumers. The product was distributed at Williams Sonoma stores nationwide. Affected items have SKU numbers 6404305 or 6389043 and manufacture dates of August or September 2014.

Consumers should stop using the product and check their pantries for these specific jars. The recall is being conducted to prevent potential health risks associated with Clostridium botulinum contamination.

The recalled product

Product
Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Seed Pesto 8 oz. glass jar
Manufacturer
California Olive and Vine, LLC
Category
Food — Pesto / Condiments
Hazard
Affected units
460

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • SKU numbers 6404305
  • 6389043 Manufacture Date: August/September 2014

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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