The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0349-2013·Announced 2012-10-31

Sunland Recalls Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter Products for Salmonella Risk

Sunland, Inc. is voluntarily recalling specific nut butter and tahini products manufactured between May 2010 and September 2012 due to potential Salmonella contamination.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of at least 4, and the presence of Salmonella contamination in food products typically warrants a Critical rating due to the high risk of serious adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Sunland, Inc. is conducting a voluntary limited recall of its Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter products, as well as Tahini and Roasted Blanched Peanut Products. The recall covers products manufactured between May 1, 2010, and September 24, 2012. The action is being taken because these items may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recall includes Open Nature Crunchy Peanut Butter, Net Wt. 16 oz, with UPC 7989311202. This specific product was distributed by Lucerne Foods, Inc. The affected units have Best-If-Used-By Dates between May 1, 2011, and September 24, 2013. The total quantity involved is 30,886 units of the 16 oz size.

These products were distributed nationally to all 50 U.S. states under various brand names, with some international distribution to Hong Kong. Consumers should check their pantries for these specific products and dates. If found, they should not consume the products and should contact the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Open Nature Crunchy Peanut Butter, Net Wt. 16 oz, UPC 7989311202, Distributed by Lucerne Foods, Inc, PO BOX 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566. Labeling is different shades of tan and maroon with white, yellow, and black print writing.

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 (3)

  • Best-If-Used-By Dates between May 1
  • 2011 and September 24
  • 2013.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 187 recalled by Sunland, Incorporated under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 187 products in this recall →