The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1708-2016·Announced 2016-07-27

Crescent Raw Pistachios Recalled for Potential Salmonella Contamination

Crescent Specialty Foods is recalling 6 oz. bags of raw pistachios due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in Oregon and Washington.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 per the rubric, as Class I recalls involve a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.

Plain-English summary

Crescent Specialty Foods, Inc. is recalling approximately 1,165 packages of 6 oz. Crescent brand raw pistachios. The product is packaged in clear plastic bags and bears the UPC 8 95296 00103 5. The recall is being conducted because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The affected pistachios were distributed in Oregon and Washington. The source text does not specify lot numbers, best-by dates, or expiration dates for the recalled product.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific packaging described. The source text does not provide specific instructions for disposal or return, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with the product.

The recalled product

Product
Raw Pistachios, packaged in a 6 oz. clear, plastic bag, sold under Crescent brand. UPC 8 95296 00103 5. Product is labeled in part: Crescent *** PISTACHIO RAW Net Wt. 6 oz. (170g) *** Ingredients: Raw Pistachios *** Distributed by Crescent Specialty Foods, Inc. Everett, WA **

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)

  • no codes
  • no best by or expiration dates

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: