NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones recalled over undeclared allergens

Recall date

October 24, 2015

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

NatureBox, Inc. recalls NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones; roasted nuts with sesame sticks 4.5 oz (128 g) pouches - UPC 8 52523 00546 4 and 5 lb. Corp…

Recall number

F-0219-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

NatureBox, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Direct sales

Why it was recalled

Supplier notified firm that the oil used to roast nuts for a trail mix product had also been used to roast peanuts, leading to the possibility of peanut contamination. Peanuts were not listed in the allergen statement.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

NatureBox Sticks 'n Stones; roasted nuts with sesame sticks 4.5 oz (128 g) pouches - UPC 8 52523 00546 4 and 5 lb. Corporate bags - no UPC; Ingredients: Sesame Sticks (unbleached flour, malted barley flour, soybean oil, sesame seeds, bulgar wheat, salt, beet powder, turmeric), Cashews, Almonds, Peanut Oil, Salt. Contains: Wheat and Tree Nuts (Cashews and Almonds). Packed in a facility that also processes tree nuts, peanuts, milk, wheat, egg, soy and fish, Distributed by: NatureBox, San Carlos, CA 94070