The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IIIOur severity:ModerateFDA (Food)·H-0110-2027·Announced 2026-10-28

El Ruisenor De Mexico Recalls Hazelnuts in Shell for Undeclared Allergen

El Ruisenor De Mexico, Inc. is recalling hazelnuts in shell because the product contains an undeclared allergen. The recall covers 1lb, 5lb, and 50lb bags distributed primarily in California.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Food): Class III

Class III is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as Class III and involves an undeclared allergen (hazelnut). The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths.

Plain-English summary

El Ruisenor De Mexico, Inc. is recalling Hazelnuts in Shell packed in clear plastic bags in 1lb, 5lb, and 50lb unit sizes. The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen ingredient, specifically hazelnut. The product does not have a UPC or lot code.

The recalling firm distributes the product primarily to retail and wholesale customers in California. Additional distribution was made to limited customers in Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. The total quantity involved in the recall is 20 pounds.

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
Hazelnuts in Shell; packed in a clear plastic bag. 1lb, 5lb, 50lb unit size. No UPC

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)

  • no lot code

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states: