Hampton Farms Peanut Butter Recalled for High Aflatoxin Levels
Hampton Farms is recalling 450 lb cans of IBF Peanut Butter because the product was found to contain high levels of aflatoxin.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a Severe rating under the rubric, particularly given the presence of high levels of a toxic contaminant (aflatoxin).
Plain-English summary
Hampton Farms Industrial Plant is recalling 39,600 lbs of IBF Peanut Butter, Net Weight 450 lbs. The product is identified by Lot number 6189 and was distributed in South Dakota.
The recall was initiated because the product was found to contain high levels of aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a toxic substance produced by certain molds that can cause serious health issues if consumed in high quantities.
Consumers who have purchased this specific lot of peanut butter should stop using it and dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- IBF Peanut Butter, Net Weight 450 lbs, Hampton Farms, Severen, NC 27877.
- Manufacturer
- Hampton Farms Industrial Plant
- Category
- Food — Peanut Butter
- Hazard
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 (1)
- Lot number: 6189
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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