SunOpta recalls Light Salt Sunflower Kernel products (5kg/11lb boxes) from USA production with potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should check product dates and contact SunOpta for details.
SunOpta is recalling sunflower kernel products that have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. EXPANDED 5/18/2016 SunOpta expanded their recall of roasted sunflower kernel products to include the production dates of February 20 - April 26, 2016 due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. 2nd EXPANSION 5/31/2016 SunOpta expanded their recall to include product produced at their Crookston, MN facility, still within expiry, to include the production dates of May 31, 2015 thru January 31, 2016
SunOpta is recalling Light Salt Sunflower Kernel products that may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. This recall affects products produced between February 20, 2016 and January 31, 2016 at their Crookston, MN facility.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems. Contaminated products may lead to serious illness if consumed.
Consumers who purchased Light Salt Sunflower Kernel products (5kg/11lb boxes) from USA production between February 20, 2016 and January 31, 2016 are affected. Those with compromised immune systems are at higher risk for serious illness.
Check for Light Salt Sunflower Kernel products (5kg/11lb boxes) with a production date between February 20, 2016 and January 31, 2016. Products were manufactured at SunOpta's Crookston, MN facility.
Look for production dates between February 20, 2016 and January 31, 2016 on the packaging.
Reach out to SunOpta for specific recall details and instructions.
The recall indicates potential Listeria contamination, so products may not be safe. Consumers should check if their product is affected before consumption.
Listeria can cause severe infections in pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems. The recall does not specify the exact risk level.
Check for Light Salt Sunflower Kernel products (5kg/11lb boxes) with production dates between February 20, 2016 and January 31, 2016 from SunOpta's Crookston, MN facility.
We’ve drafted a message you can send SunOpta to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2265-2016 — SunOpta SunOpta Hello, I own a SunOpta that is covered by recall F-2265-2016 from SunOpta. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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