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ARO Pistachios, Inc.
Recall #F-0432-2019 · Initiated 2018-10-23
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
ARO Pistachios is recalling 60,000 pounds of inshell pistachios from one production lot because a customer test found Salmonella contamination. The contaminated product was distributed to warehouse locations in California and New Jersey.
Who is at risk
Anyone who consumed these pistachios could potentially be at risk, particularly young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems who are more vulnerable to Salmonella infection.
What to do
If you purchased inshell R/S 21/25 US-Select Pistachios (25 lb bags) from ARO Pistachios, check the product source and do not consume them. Return the product to where you purchased it or dispose of it safely.
Product
Inshell R/S 21/25 US-Select Pistachios NET WT. 25 lbs. 11.34 kg Product of the USA ARO Pistachio Inc. 19570 Avenue 88, Terra Bella, Ca 93270
Reason for recall
Firm is recalling one lot of pistachios after customer tested product and had a positive result for Salmonella
Quantity affected
60,000 lbs.
Distribution
One customer - broker in CA - two warehouse delivery locations - one in CA, one in NJ
Lot / code info
Lot: RSI00119; Best by 2/2020
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Letter
Terminated
2019-04-09
Recalling firm
ARO Pistachios, Inc.
19570 Avenue 88
Terra Bella, CA 93270-9705
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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