Whole Foods Market Recalls Raw Macadamia Nuts Due to Salmonella
Whole Foods Market is recalling raw macadamia nuts found positive for Salmonella. The product was distributed in 12 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 4, and the presence of a high-risk pathogen (Salmonella) with a positive test result aligns with the criteria for a Critical rating due to the potential for serious adverse health consequences.
Plain-English summary
Whole Foods Market is recalling specific packages of Raw Macadamia Nuts because the product was found positive for Salmonella. The recalled product is identified by the UPC 0-76958-62059-1 and has a net weight of 11 oz (312g). The recall involves 420 cases, with each case containing 12 packages.
The affected products have Best By dates ranging from March 19, 2016, through June 21, 2016. The recall was initiated by Whole Foods Market, which is also the distributor for the Austin, TX location. The product was distributed in the following states: Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah.
Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and Best By dates listed above. If the product matches the description, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or the FDA for disposal or return.
The recalled product
- Product
- Whole Foods Market Raw Macadamia Nuts NET WT 11 oz (312g). UPC: 0-76958-62059-1, Distributed by Whole Foods Market Austin, TX 78703
- Manufacturer
- Whole Foods Market
- 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 (3)
- Best By dates of March 19
- 2016 through June 21
- 2016.
Distribution
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