
WASHINGTON (dpa-AFX) - Sincerely Nuts Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, is recalling raw macadamia nuts due to potential contamination with the harmful Salmonella bacteria.
The recalled products include:
- Sincerely Nuts Macadamia Nuts (Raw) Whole, sold in 1 lb., 2 lb. and 5 lb. packages bearing Lot Number T7R1A22045 and EXPIRES: 1/2016 stamped on the back label.
- Sincerely Nuts Macadamia Nuts (Raw) Unsalted Halves and Pieces, which come in 2 lb. packages bearing EXPIRES: 11/2015 stamped on the back label (there is no lot code). New product will have a lot number.
The problem came to light when a routine testing by a contracted private laboratory revealed the presence of Salmonella in the 2 lb. packages of Sincerely Nuts Macadamia Nuts (Raw) Whole and Sincerely Nuts Macadamia Nuts (Raw) Unsalted Halves and Pieces.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are requested to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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