The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0446-2013·Announced 2012-10-31

Sunland Recalls Organic Crunchy Peanut Butter Due to Salmonella Risk

Sunland, Inc. is recalling Natural Value Organic Crunchy Peanut Butter because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

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 per the rubric mandates a score of 5 regardless of other factors.

Plain-English summary

Sunland, Incorporated is conducting a voluntary limited recall of its Natural Value Organic Crunchy Peanut Butter products. The recall covers 5 lb and 15 lb jars with specific UPC codes. The affected units have Best-If-Used-By dates between March 1, 2011, and September 24, 2013.

The recall is being issued because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. This recall is part of a broader action by Sunland, Inc. involving Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter products, as well as Tahini and Roasted Blanched Peanut Products manufactured between May 1, 2010, and September 24, 2012.

The affected peanut butter was distributed nationally in 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 UPC codes. If found, consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or the FDA regarding disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Natural Value Organic Crunchy Peanut Butter, 5 lb UPC 909064; 15 lbs UPC 909101.
Affected units
507

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 March 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 →