The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-1656-2013·Announced 2013-07-17

Torn and Glasser Pistachios Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Torn & Glasser Inc. is recalling 8 oz. roasted and salted natural pistachios due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in California, Arizona, and Hawaii.

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 has classified this as an FDA Class I recall, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score.

Plain-English summary

Torn & Glasser Inc. is recalling 3 cases of Torn and Glasser Brand Roasted & Salted Natural Pistachios, 8 oz. (24/8oz Case). The product is identified by the Best By date of 12/05/2012, Julian date 3402, and UPC 0 72488 15002 7. The label reads: "TORN & GLASSER***ROASTED & SALTED NATURAL PISTACHIOS***NET WT. 8 OZ***Packed by:Torn & Glasser, Los Angeles, CA***".

The recall is being conducted because pistachios have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The agency has classified this as a Class I recall. The affected product was distributed in California, Arizona, and Hawaii.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Torn and Glasser Brand Roasted & Salted Natural Pistachios, 8 oz. 24/8oz Case. Labeling reads in part:"TORN & GLASSER***ROASTED & SALTED NATURAL PISTACHIOS***NET WT. 8 OZ***Packed by:Torn & Glasser, Los Angeles, CA***"
Affected units
3

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 (2)

  • Best By date:12/05/2012
  • Julian date 3402 UPC: 0 72488 15002 7

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Torn & Glasser 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.

See all 2 products in this recall →