The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1034-2018·Announced 2018-04-25

Midwest Northern Nut Cashews Recalled for Potential Allergen Cross-Contact

Midwest Northern Inc. is recalling various cashew products due to potential allergen cross-contact in the oil used for roasting.

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 is classified as FDA Class II and involves allergen mislabeling/cross-contact, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for allergen issues on common allergens.

Plain-English summary

Midwest Northern Inc. is recalling specific packages of Midwest Northern Nut Cashews. The recall involves Jumbo Cashews, Large Whole Cashews Roasted & Salted, Cashew Splits & Butts, Cashews Large Splits Roasted & Salted, and Cashews Large Pieces Roasted & Salted in various sizes, including 16 oz, 5 lbs, and 10 lbs.

The recall is being conducted because of potential allergen cross-contact in the oil used to roast the nut and seed products. The affected lot numbers range from 002180 to 061180. The total quantity involved is 35,056 lbs.

The products were distributed in Alaska, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Wisconsin. Consumers should check their pantries for these specific products and lot numbers. If found, they should not consume the product and should contact the company for instructions on disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Midwest Northern Nut Cashews packaged in the following sizes: 1. Jumbo Cashews. Net Wt. 16 oz. (454G), UPC 38043-90008. Net Wt. 5 lbs. 2. Large Whole Cashews Roasted & Salted. Net Wt. 10 lbs. 3. Cashew Splits & Butts, Net Wt. 16 oz. (454G), UPC 38043-90009, Net Wt. 5
Manufacturer
Midwest Northern 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 (1)

  • Lot Numbers: 002180 - 061180

Distribution

Distributed in 13 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 66 recalled by Midwest Northern 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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