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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1875-2013/FDA enforcement
Justin's Nut Butter·Food·Aug 16, 2013

Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz Jar (Unit

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Justin's has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of its Maple Almond Butter 16oz jars and its Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz jars due to the presence of foreign…

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameJustin's Nut Butter
Recalling firmJustin's Nut ButterBoulder, CO, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 94455 00049 08 94455 00061 2
Lot / date codes
  • Lot Code 191 (Best By Date 07/10/14) Lot Code 192 (Best By Date 07/11/14)
Distribution area
Nationwide

Nationwide. No foreign, military, gov't, VA distribution.

United States

Quantity affected1, 512 master cases (6 jars per master case)
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 11, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1875-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Justin's Nut Butter initiated this food recall on August 16, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Justin's has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of its Maple Almond Butter 16oz jars and its Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz jars due to the presence of foreign metallic fragments in unpackaged nut butter. The FDA report lists distribution as: Nationwide. No foreign, military, gov't, VA distribution.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Justin's has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of its Maple Almond Butter 16oz jars and its Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz jars due to the presence of foreign metallic fragments in unpackaged nut butter.

Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz Jar (Unit was made or distributed by Justin's Nut Butter in Boulder, CO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1875-2013, dated September 11, 2013.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Undeclared tree nuts

Symptoms to watch for

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut allergy.

When symptoms may appear

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Higher-risk groups

People with a diagnosed tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What to do now

  1. 1Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut allergy.
  2. 2Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz Jar (Unit recall?

Justin's Nut Butter recalled Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz Jar (Unit in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1875-2013. Justin's has initiated a voluntary recall of certain lots of its Maple Almond Butter 16oz jars and its Chocolate Hazelnut Butter 16oz jars due to the presence of foreign…

What are the symptoms of Undeclared tree nuts exposure?

Hives, swelling, wheezing, digestive symptoms or anaphylaxis can occur in people with a tree-nut allergy.

How quickly can Undeclared tree nuts symptoms appear?

Reactions can begin within minutes to a few hours after eating the product.

Who is most at risk from Undeclared tree nuts?

People with a diagnosed tree-nut allergy, especially children and anyone with a history of anaphylaxis.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Do not eat the product if you have a tree-nut allergy. Seek emergency care for breathing difficulty, throat swelling or other signs of anaphylaxis. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

How do I get a refund from Justin's Nut Butter?

Contact the recalling company or the retailer where you purchased the product, quote the FDA recall number and ask about a refund or replacement. Keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase where possible. The FDA does not issue consumer refunds. Reference FDA recall F-1875-2013 and keep the packaging, lot code and proof of purchase if you have them.

Is the Justin's Nut Butter recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1875-2013. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.