Justin’s Nut Butter recalls peanut butter due to salmonella risk

Justin's Nut Butter

Sept. 28, 2012—Justin’s Nut Butter recalled its Classic peanut butter and Honey peanut butter, because the products might be contaminated with salmonella. Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and individuals who have weakened immune systems.

The following products are involved in this recall: Classic peanut-butter jar (16 ounces) that has UPC 855188003004 and a “best by” date of Aug. 7, 2013; Honey peanut-butter squeeze pack (0.5 ounce) that has UPC 894455000391 and a best-by date of July 14, 2013, Aug. 10, 2013, Aug. 13, 2013, Aug. 14, 2013, or Aug. 15, 2013; and Honey peanut-butter squeeze pack (1.15 ounces) that has UPC 855188003042 and a best-by date of July 24, 2013, or July 25, 2013.

The recalled products were distributed to supermarkets nationwide. There are 29 reported illnesses in 18 states. Consumers should return the recalled product to the store of purchase for a full refund.

For more information, call Justin’s Nut Butter at 303/449-9559 Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00p.m., email comments@justinsnutbutter.com or go to justinsnutbutter.com.