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FDA Food recall · Reported July 22, 2015

Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic bag.

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit Mix as the product contains macadamia nuts that have the potential to…

Recall #
F-2854-2015
Affected scope
504 bags
Initiated
June 26, 2015
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Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. recalled Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic ba… - a critical-severity action.

Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic ba… was recalled by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. in July 22, 2015. Reason: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-2854-2015 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
July 22, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-2854-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-2854-2015) was formally reported on July 22, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 26, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lakewood, CO. Federal records list the affected scope as 504 bags.

The documented reason for this recall is: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit Mix as the product contains macadamia nuts that have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide to Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas. No foreign/govt/VA/military consignees.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

504 bags

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic bag.

Reason for recall

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit Mix as the product contains macadamia nuts that have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-2854-2015
Date reported July 22, 2015
Date initiated June 26, 2015
Recalling firm Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.
Firm location Lakewood, CO
Affected scope 504 bags
Distribution Nationwide to Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas. No foreign/govt/VA/military consignees.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic bag.. Recalled by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.. Units affected: 504 bags.
Why was this product recalled?
Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc is recalling one lot of Natural Grocers brand Caribbean Nut & Fruit Mix as the product contains macadamia nuts that have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on July 22, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-2854-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide to Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas. No foreign/govt/VA/military consignees..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-2854-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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