Sunland, Incorporated

Recall #F-0532-2013 · Initiated 2012-10-12

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What happened

Sunland, Incorporated is recalling peanut products and peanut butters made between May 2010 and September 2012 because they may contain Salmonella, a bacteria that causes food poisoning. The recall includes raw and roasted peanuts, nut butters, and tahini sold nationwide and in Canada and France.

Who is at risk

Anyone who consumed these products could potentially be affected, as Salmonella can cause serious illness in people of all ages.

What to do

Check your pantry for Sunland peanut products manufactured during the recall period (May 1, 2010 - September 24, 2012). If you have any of these products, do not eat them and dispose of them safely, or contact Sunland for more information about your specific product.

Product

Sunland Raw Shelled Peanuts, 50 lbs, Item 400.

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

349,400 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