Recalled by GoMacro, Inc. · Viola, WI, United States
Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.
Why it was recalled
GoMacro is recalling MARCO BARS brand almond butter + carob (lots 1634 and 1645), and sunflower butter + chocolate (lot 1646) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
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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.
What was recalled
gomacro MACROBAR brand almond butter + carob. Net Wt. 2 oz (57 g)
A recall covers only these codes. Compare them with the lot number, best-by date or UPC printed on your package.
10MAR15, Lot 1634, and 18MAR15, Lot 1645
Where it was sold
Nationwide.
FDA's distribution note: nationwide. OUS to Include: Canada, United Kingdom
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.
Reason GoMacro is recalling MARCO BARS brand almond butter + carob (lots 1634 and 1645), and sunflower butter + chocolate (lot 1646) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.