Fisher Chopped Walnuts Recalled Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. is recalling Fisher brand chopped walnuts due to possible Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in five US states.
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 minimum severity score of 5 according to the rubric.
Plain-English summary
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. is recalling 9,849 cases (78,792 bags) of Fisher brand chopped walnuts. The product is packaged in 8 oz. (226 g) plastic bags. The recall is being conducted due to possible contamination with Salmonella.
The affected product was distributed in Arkansas, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Specific Best By Dates and codes are listed in the recall notice, including dates in October and November 2015.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific brand, size, and dates listed in the official recall notice. If the product is found, consumers should stop using it and contact the manufacturer or retailer for a refund or replacement.
The recalled product
- Product
- Chopped walnuts packaged in 8 oz. (226 g) plastic bags under the Fisher brand.
- Manufacturer
- John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc.
- Category
- Food — Nuts
- 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 (5)
- UPC: 070690 02360 3. Best By Dates: 10/31/15 TQ2
- 11/01/15 TQ1
- 11/01/15 TQ2
- 11/03/15 TQ1
- 11/03/15 TQ2.
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. 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.
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