CLASS I Food recall · Reported 4 Feb 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report

Jumbo, In-shell, Bulk Hazelnuts recalled by Willamette Filbert Growers

Willamette Filbert Growers is recalling Jumbo, In-shell, Bulk Hazelnuts. The recall was initiated on 21 Nov 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesNo code.
Quantity recalled840 / 50 lb sacks; approximately 42,000 lbs.

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-0939-2015
FDA event ID
70202
Recalling firm
Willamette Filbert Growers, Newberg, OR
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
21 Nov 2014
FDA classified
28 Jan 2015
Reported
4 Feb 2015
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Other
Reason category
Salmonella
Product category
Nuts

Timeline

21 Nov 2014Recall initiated by company
28 Jan 2015Classified by FDA+68 days
4 Feb 2015Published 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 recalled due to the finding of 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

Jumbo, In-shell, Bulk Hazelnuts packed in 50-lb poly weave plastic sacks. No UPC.

Where it was distributed

Canada

Questions about this recall

Is Jumbo, In-shell, Bulk Hazelnuts recalled?

Yes. Willamette Filbert Growers recalled Jumbo, In-shell, Bulk Hazelnuts on 21 Nov 2014. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0939-2015.

Why was it recalled?

Product recalled due to the finding of Salmonella.

Which lots are affected?

No code.

Where was it sold?

Canada

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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