Sunland, Incorporated

Recall #F-0384-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-24

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What happened

Sunland, Incorporated is recalling certain almond butter and other nut butter products sold under the Trader Joe's brand because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that causes foodborne illness. The affected products were manufactured between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could be at risk, particularly young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.

What to do

Check your pantry for Trader Joe's Almond Butter with Roasted Flaxseeds (16 oz, UPC 940795) or other affected nut butters manufactured during the recall period. If you have any of these products, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to Trader Joe's for a refund.

Product

Trader Joe's Almond Butter with Roasted Flaxseeds, Crunchy and Salted 16 oz, UPC 940795, distributed and sold exclusively by : Trader Joe's, Monrovia, CA 91016. Labeling is green, tan and white with black, red, and green print writing.

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

166,533 x 12 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