The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-3352-2017·Announced 2017-08-09

NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones Recalled Due to Undeclared Peanut Presence

NatureBox is recalling Sticks 'n Stones snack mix because a consumer found a peanut in a product that does not list peanuts as an ingredient.

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 the presence of an undeclared major allergen (peanut) in a food product, which meets the rubric criteria for 'Allergen mislabeling on common allergens' or risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

NatureBox, Inc. is voluntarily recalling NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones, a snack mix containing roasted nuts and sesame sticks. The recall was initiated after the firm received notification that a consumer found a peanut in the product. The product is packed in 5 oz. pouches and 5 lb. corporate bags.

The affected product is identified by Lot 052517 with a best-by date of 11/25/2017. The recall involves 1,589 units, consisting of 1,520 five-ounce pouches and 69 five-pound bags. The product was distributed nationwide to direct accounts.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific lot number and date. If they have the affected product, they should stop using it and contact NatureBox, Inc. for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones; roasted nuts with sesame sticks. Packed in 5 oz. pouch and 5 lb. corporate bag
Manufacturer
NatureBox, Inc.

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 052517: Best by 11/25/2017

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.