Sunland, Incorporated

Recall #F-0477-2013 · Initiated 2012-09-24

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What happened

Sunland, Incorporated is recalling certain peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, tahini, and roasted peanut products made between May 2010 and September 2012 because they may contain Salmonella bacteria. This is a voluntary recall affecting 1,284 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could potentially be affected, particularly young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems who are more susceptible to serious illness from Salmonella.

What to do

Check your pantry for the affected products using the UPC codes listed and the manufacturing dates (May 1, 2010 to September 24, 2012). If you have these products, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to the store where you purchased them.

Product

Sunland Natural Peanut Butter Valencia Creamy 1.1 oz UPC 048687340729; 500 g UPC 48687867349.

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

1284 units

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 March 1, 2011 and September 24, 2013.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2014-10-01