CLASS I Food recall · Reported 23 Sep 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Macadamia Meal recalled by Kariba Farms
Kariba Farms is recalling Macadamia Meal, distributed in Georgia, Texas. The recall was initiated on 28 Jul 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
- F3236-2015
- FDA event ID
- 71951
- Recalling firm
- Kariba Farms, Denville, NJ
- Brand
- Macadamia Meal
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 28 Jul 2015
- FDA classified
- 17 Sep 2015
- Reported
- 23 Sep 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Herbal Supplements
Timeline
| 28 Jul 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Sep 2015 | Classified by FDA | +51 days |
| 23 Sep 2015 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Product may be 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
Kariba Farms Macadamia Meal, 1 pound bags; Packed by: Kariba Farms, Denville, NJ 07834 Product of USA. www.KaribaFarms.com 1.800.442.1969.
Where it was distributed
GA, TX
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Product may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Lot number 150030
Where was it sold?
GA, TX
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 26 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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