CLASS I Food recall · Reported 23 Sep 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Jansal Valley Raw Macadamia Nuts recalled by Friendly Fruit
Friendly Fruit is recalling Jansal Valley Raw Macadamia Nuts, distributed in 9 states. The recall was initiated on 25 Aug 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-3234-2015
- FDA event ID
- 72043
- Recalling firm
- Friendly Fruit, New Bedford, MA
- Brand
- Jansal Valley
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Aug 2015
- FDA classified
- 16 Sep 2015
- Reported
- 23 Sep 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Herbal Supplements
Timeline
| 25 Aug 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 16 Sep 2015 | Classified by FDA | +22 days |
| 23 Sep 2015 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Product contaminated with Salmonella
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
Jansal Valley brand Raw Macadamia Nuts, packaged in 1 lb and 8 oz. plastic bags
Where it was distributed
AZ, CT,DC, MA, NJ, NY, PA, RI, WA
ArizonaConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaMassachusettsNew JerseyNew YorkPennsylvaniaRhode IslandWashington
Questions about this recall
Is Jansal Valley Raw Macadamia Nuts recalled?
Yes. Friendly Fruit recalled Jansal Valley Raw Macadamia Nuts on 25 Aug 2015. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-3234-2015.
Why was it recalled?
Product contaminated with Salmonella
Which lots are affected?
Lot code 469566.
Where was it sold?
AZ, CT,DC, MA, NJ, NY, PA, RI, WA
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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