The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1828-2014·Announced 2014-04-23

Fisher Honey Roasted Peanuts Recalled for Undeclared Wheat Allergen

John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. is recalling Fisher Honey Roasted Peanuts because the product contains wheat, an allergen not declared on the label.

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 involves allergen mislabeling for wheat, a common allergen, which fits the rubric criteria for a High severity score (3).

Plain-English summary

John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. is recalling 945 cases (11,340 jars) of Fisher "Honey Roasted Peanuts Golden Roast" sold in 14 oz. plastic jars. The recall is due to a labeling error where jars of "Honey Roasted Peanuts Dry Roasted" were mislabeled as "Peanuts Dry Roasted Golden Roast."

The "Honey Roasted Peanuts Dry Roasted" product contains wheat, which is a major allergen. However, the label on the mislabeled jars does not declare the presence of wheat. This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with wheat allergies or celiac disease who may consume the product without knowing it contains wheat.

The affected product has a "Best By" date of 5/20/15 N and UPC 70690 23990. The product was distributed in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Consumers with 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
"Honey Roasted Peanuts Golden Roast" sold under the Fisher brand and packaged in 14 oz. plastic jars.

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 (3)

  • Best By Date: 5/20/15 N
  • UPC: 70690 23990
  • Case Item Code: P27750

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states: