Class I · High riskTerminated Initiated Jan 30, 2009 (18 years ago)
Granulated Peanuts in recall
Recalled by Tropical Nut & Fruit Inc · Columbus, OH, United States
Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
Why it was recalled
The product is being recalled because it was manufactured using peanut products recalled by Peanut Corporation of America because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Salmonella is the most common cause of food recalls for bacteria, often in eggs, produce, nuts and spices.
The most serious food recalls: a contaminated product can cause outbreaks, hospitalisations and deaths, especially for pregnant people, young children, older adults and anyone with a weakened immune system. All bacteria & viruses recalls.
A recall covers only these codes. Compare them with the lot number, best-by date or UPC printed on your package.
Lot #'s 8148B, 8168B, 8288B & 8289B
Where it was sold
Ohio
FDA's distribution note: The recalled product was sold in Tropical's Outlet Store in Columbus, OH.
Do not eat it. Class I means FDA judged there is a reasonable probability of serious illness or death. If the brand, size and lot or date code on your package match, throw the product away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean any surface or container it touched. If anyone has eaten it and feels unwell, contact a doctor and mention the recall. FDA lists this recall as terminated: the company has finished removing the product, so it should no longer be on shelves - but it can still be in a freezer or pantry.
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