Hines Nut Co recalls 16-oz walnuts with green and gold labels due to Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check for the specific lot number and take action if affected.
Product tested positive for Salmonella.
Hines Nut Co is recalling 16-ounce walnuts sold in black foam trays with green and gold labels because they tested positive for Salmonella. This poses a risk of food poisoning if eaten.
Salmonella bacteria can cause food poisoning, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The product was found to contain this bacteria during testing.
Anyone who purchased these walnuts from Hines Nut Co in the U.S. is affected. Children and elderly individuals are at slightly higher risk due to potential food poisoning.
Check for walnuts in black foam trays with a green and gold label and a net weight of 16 ounces. The lot number is 6989.
Look for the green and gold label on the black foam tray and the lot number 698: 6989.
No, the product tested positive for Salmonella and is not safe to eat.
Check for walnuts in black foam trays with a green and gold label and a net weight of 16 ounces. The lot number is 6989.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Hines Nut Co for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hines Nut Co to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2309-2015 — Hines Nut Co Hines Nut Co Hello, I own a Hines Nut Co that is covered by recall F-2309-2015 from Hines Nut Co. 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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