Macadamia Nuts Recalled Over Possible Salmonella Contamination
DETROIT (WWJ) - It's time to check your pantry.
Dallas-based Texas Pecan Company Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for several varieties of its macadamia nuts because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
The recalled packaged macadamia nuts were distributed nationwide at retail stores and through mail orders.
The product comes in an 8 ounce and 16 ounce clear plastic bags and in our gift tins identified by the name of The Executive, Junior Executive, Sweet-N-Salty and Mini Sweet-n-Salty, sold in the months of November and December 2014, with a pack date of 14320 through 14365, located on the bottom left hand corner of the label.
Recalled products include:
The potential for contamination was noted after routine sampling tests by the FDA revealed the presence of Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem, but customers are still urged to discard any unused product or return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.
Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.
Consumers with questions can contact the company at 972-241-7878.