Sunland, Incorporated

Recall #F-0531-2013 · Initiated 2012-10-12

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What happened

Sunland, Inc. recalled peanut products and related items made between May 2010 and September 2012 because they may contain Salmonella, a bacteria that causes foodborne illness. The recall includes raw and roasted peanuts, peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, and tahini sold nationwide, in Canada, and France.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could be at risk, as Salmonella can cause illness in all people, though young children, elderly adults, and people with weakened immune systems may experience more severe symptoms.

What to do

Check your pantry for Sunland products made between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012. If you have any of these products, stop eating them and dispose of them safely. Contact Sunland or your retailer if you need help identifying recalled products.

Product

Sunland Raw Shelled Organic Peanuts, 30 lb Item 403.

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. On October 12, 2012 the firm extended its recall to include Raw and Roasted Shelled and In-Shell Peanuts.

Quantity affected

4.590 lbs

Distribution

Nationwide, Canada, France.

Lot / code info

Identified with Best By Dates October 12, 2012 through October 12, 2013.

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Press Release

Terminated

2013-02-14