Recalled by Nutiva · Richmond, CA, United States
Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
Contract manufacturer notified Nutiva that a positive lab result for Salmonella was found in desiccated coconut flakes used to manufacture a confectionery coconut bar product . This issue was initially identified during the daily lab testing of the finished product.
Pathogen: 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.
Nutiva O'Coconut Lightly Sweetened Coconut Treat - Classic Sold in 8 - x 0.5 oz. individually wrapped pieces, UPC 6-92752-10557-9 and Singles of 24 - 0.5 oz, per box - UPC 6-92752-10500-5. - 24 singles x 6 caddies per shipping case - 144 individual units. Certified Organic, Fair Trade Certified. Manufactured for: Nutiva, 213 W. Cutting Blvd, Richmond, CA 94904.
Quantity: 15,000 retail units bar 312, 2,400 retail units bar 302.
A recall covers only these codes. Compare them with the lot number, best-by date or UPC printed on your package.
Singles bag of 8 - Product code BAR312: Unit UPC: 6-92752-10557-9; Master Case UPC: 6-92752-10558-6. Lot code: 18FEB15L, Exp 18 FEB 16. Singles Caddy of 24 - Proudct code: BAR302 Unit UPC: 6-92752-10500-5; Display UPC: 6-92752-10501-2, Master Case UPC: 6-92752-10385-8; Lot Code: 20FEB15L, Exp Date 20 FEB 16
Nationwide.
California Texas
FDA's distribution note: Nationwide through internet sales and three distribution sites in CA, TX.
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.
FDA files each product of one recall action separately; these share the same FDA event.
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