Products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
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.
Nspired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial GroupAshland, OR, United States
UPC / barcodes
516510603255165109289799482406578
Lot / date codes
Best By Dates Range: 24DEC14 thru 17JUN15
04DEC14 thru 21APR15
23DEC14 thru 24DEC14
Distribution area
IN
Products were distributed through out the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Jordan, Mexico, and United Arab Emirates. The products also were available for purchase on the internet: Harristeeter.com; Quidsi (1-800 diapers.com); Walmart.com; Kehe Foods (eyelevelsolutions.com); and Target.com. Products were also donated at Oregon Food Bank in Oregon and was further distributed to regional food bank facility in Washington.
United States, Canada, Mexico
Quantity affected
101, 922 cases
Recall initiation
FDA report date: December 3, 2014
FDA recall number
F-0550-2015
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Nspired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group initiated this food recall on August 19, 2014. The FDA enforcement report states: Products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The FDA report lists distribution as: Products were distributed through out the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Jordan, Mexico, and United Arab Emirates. The products also were available for purchase on the internet: Harristeeter.com; Quidsi (1-800 diapers.com); Walmart.com; Kehe Foods (eyelevelsolutions.com); and Target.com. Products were also donated at Oregon Food Bank in Oregon and was further distributed to regional food bank facility in Washington.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Maranatha Roasted Creamy Almond Butter, 16 OZ was made or distributed by Nspired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group in Ashland, OR, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-0550-2015, dated December 3, 2014.
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
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.
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
1Stop using or eating the affected product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Match the product against the UPC and lot/date codes on this page, then dispose of it safely or return it to the retailer.
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
4 answers
What is the Maranatha Roasted Creamy Almond Butter, 16 OZ recall?
Nspired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group recalled Maranatha Roasted Creamy Almond Butter, 16 OZ in an FDA Class I enforcement action reported as F-0550-2015. Products have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
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 Nspired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group 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-0550-2015. 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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