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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IRecall closedF-0307-2013/FDA enforcement
Justin's Nut Butter·Food·Sep 26, 2012

Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, 5 lb, Material Number F0004701, 45 lb Material Number F0033001

What you need to know

Class I

  • What happened

    A voluntary recall has been initiated of certain lots and sizes of Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, Organic Peanut Butter, and Natural Honey Peanut Butter in response to Sunland,…

  • Health risk

    The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. A bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

  • Action required

    Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent.

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameJustin's Nut Butter
Recalling firmJustin's Nut ButterBoulder, CO, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Best By Dates from 03/06/11 to 9/23/2013.
Distribution area
Nationwide

Justin's products were distributed nationwide and Canada through distributors and supermarket chains. They were also available for direct purchase from the firm's website through their online partner, Eye Level Solutions and through Amazon. Distributors located in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, NV, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA.

United States, Canada

Quantity affected246 units
Recall initiationFDA report date: October 31, 2012
FDA recall numberF-0307-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Justin's Nut Butter initiated this food recall on September 26, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: A voluntary recall has been initiated of certain lots and sizes of Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, Organic Peanut Butter, and Natural Honey Peanut Butter in response to Sunland, Inc. voluntarily recalling their nut butter products. These products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. On 10/04/2012, Justin's expanded the recall to include more date codes as well as certain lots o. The FDA report lists distribution as: Justin's products were distributed nationwide and Canada through distributors and supermarket chains. They were also available for direct purchase from the firm's website through their online partner, Eye Level Solutions and through Amazon. Distributors located in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, NV, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: A voluntary recall has been initiated of certain lots and sizes of Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, Organic Peanut Butter, and Natural Honey Peanut Butter in response to Sunland, Inc. voluntarily recalling their nut butter products. These products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. On 10/04/2012, Justin's expanded the recall to include more date codes as well as certain lots o

Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, 5 lb, Material Number F0004701, 45 lb Material Number F0033001 was made or distributed by Justin's Nut Butter in Boulder, CO, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0307-2013, dated October 31, 2012.

Why this is a Class I recall

Class I means the product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death. In this recall, a bacteria commonly linked to poultry, eggs, sprouts and seeded vegetables. Infection can cause fever, cramps and diarrhea.

FDA definition

The product has a reasonable probability of causing serious adverse health consequences or death.

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 lot and date codes 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

Salmonella

Symptoms to watch for

Diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms can be severe in young children, older adults and immunocompromised people.

When symptoms may appear

Usually 6 hours to 6 days after exposure; illness often lasts 4 to 7 days.

Higher-risk groups

Children under 5, adults over 65, pregnant people and anyone with a weakened immune system are more likely to develop severe illness.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
  3. 3If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

General guidance based on CDC and FDA consumer information.

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 Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, 5 lb, Material Number F0004701, 45 lb Material Number F0033001 recall?

Justin's Nut Butter recalled Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, 5 lb, Material Number F0004701, 45 lb Material Number F0033001 in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0307-2013. A voluntary recall has been initiated of certain lots and sizes of Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, Organic Peanut Butter, and Natural Honey Peanut Butter in response to Sunland,…

What should I do if I bought this product?

Do not eat the product. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then discard it or return it to the retailer for a refund. If you have already eaten it, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they are severe or persistent. Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets. Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer. If you have already been exposed and develop severe or worsening symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

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-0307-2013. 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.