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FDA Food Critical Class I Terminated

Vietnamese LP Cashew Kernels, 50 lbs. bulk cartons, HONG DUC COMPANY LIMITED, FDA No. 16153193186 --- The imported cashews are shelled and raw, and were distributed in bulk cartons/cases weighing 50 lbs. --- NOTE: The shelf life is 12 months from pack date which is November 3, 2014.

Reported: July 1, 2015 Initiated: May 28, 2015 #F-2736-2015

Product Description

Vietnamese LP Cashew Kernels, 50 lbs. bulk cartons, HONG DUC COMPANY LIMITED, FDA No. 16153193186 --- The imported cashews are shelled and raw, and were distributed in bulk cartons/cases weighing 50 lbs. --- NOTE: The shelf life is 12 months from pack date which is November 3, 2014.

Reason for Recall

The lot of imported cashews was found to be contaminated with Salmonella based on FDA sampling and analysis.

Details

Recalling Firm
The Hemisphere Group
Units Affected
400 cases of LP Cashews
Distribution
Michigan, Massachusetts, New York and Canada.
Location
Smithtown, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Vietnamese LP Cashew Kernels, 50 lbs. bulk cartons, HONG DUC COMPANY LIMITED, FDA No. 16153193186 --- The imported cashews are shelled and raw, and were distributed in bulk cartons/cases weighing 50 lbs. --- NOTE: The shelf life is 12 months from pack date which is November 3, 2014.. Recalled by The Hemisphere Group. Units affected: 400 cases of LP Cashews.
Why was this product recalled?
The lot of imported cashews was found to be contaminated with Salmonella based on FDA sampling and analysis.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on July 1, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-2736-2015.