Sunland, Incorporated

Recall #F-0331-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-24

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What happened

Sunland, Incorporated is recalling certain almond butter and other nut butter products because they may contain Salmonella, a bacteria that can cause illness. The affected products were manufactured between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could potentially be affected, though young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Salmonella.

What to do

Check your pantry for the Fresh and Easy Crunchy Almond Butter (16 oz jars with maroon, green, and white labeling, UPC 51379022518) or other Sunland nut butter products made during the recall period. Stop using the product and either discard it or return it to the store where you purchased it.

Product

Fresh and Easy Crunchy Almond Butter, 16 oz, packed in plastic jars with a plastic screw on lid, UPC 51379022518; labeling is maroon, green and white with green maroon, white, and black print writing. Produced for Fresh and Easy Neighborhood Market Inc, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Reason for recall

Sunland, Inc. is conducting a voluntary limited recall of its Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter products and Tahini and Roasted Blanched Peanut Products, manufactured between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012, because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Quantity affected

11,382 x 6 x 16 oz

Distribution

National distribution under various brand names including all 50 U.S. States with some international distribution Hong Kong.

Lot / code info

Best-If-Used-By Dates between May 1, 2011 and September 24, 2013.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2014-10-01