Key Takeaway

Whole Foods Organic Raw Almonds Imported from Spain USDA Organic; Net WT. 13.5 oz. (383 g) plastic tub; Ingredients: Organic Almonds - Unpasteurized Distributed by Whole Foods Market IP, LP, E by Marin Food Specialties Inc was recalled on November 7, 2014. The hazard: Customer reported high levels of hydrogen cyanide in Raw Organic almonds after testing due to a consumer complaint.

FDA Food Class II Terminated

Whole Foods Organic Raw Almonds Imported from Spain USDA Organic; Net WT. 13.5 oz. (383 g) plastic tub; Ingredients: Organic Almonds - Unpasteurized Distributed by Whole Foods Market IP, LP, E

Recalled: November 7, 2014 ~226 cases (12 x 13.5 oz. containers) or 228.25 lbs. units affected F-0715-2015

Description

Whole Foods Organic Raw Almonds Imported from Spain USDA Organic; Net WT. 13.5 oz. (383 g) plastic tub; Ingredients: Organic Almonds - Unpasteurized Distributed by Whole Foods Market IP, LP, Emeryville, CA 94608

Hazard / Reason

Customer reported high levels of hydrogen cyanide in Raw Organic almonds after testing due to a consumer complaint.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Whole Foods Organic Raw Almonds Imported from Spain USDA Organic; Net WT. 13.5 oz. (383 g) plastic tub; Ingredients: Organic Almonds - Unpasteurized Distributed by Whole Foods Market IP, LP, E

Food

Company Information

Marin Food Specialties Inc

Byron, CA, United States

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Distribution

CA, NV, OR, WA, ID

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