CLASS I Food recall · Reported 24 Oct 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report

Macadamia Nuts Style 2, RAW, Shelled recalled by Specialty Commodities

Specialty Commodities is recalling Macadamia Nuts Style 2, RAW, Shelled, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 13 Sep 2012 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot #: 275 & 271 BEST BEFORE MAY/14, 1427

Quantity recalled27,350 lbs (1094- 25 lb cartons)

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-0124-2013
FDA event ID: 63269
Recalling firm: Specialty Commodities, Fargo, ND
Brand: Macadamia
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 13 Sep 2012
FDA classified: 17 Oct 2012
Reported: 24 Oct 2012
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Herbal Supplements

Timeline

13 Sep 2012	Recall initiated by company
17 Oct 2012	Classified by FDA	+34 days
24 Oct 2012	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

Specialty Commodities Inc., is recalling product due to potential contamination 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

Macadamia Nuts Style 2, RAW, SHELLED. DESCRIPTION OF CARTON FROM GUATEMALA: LOT 2 70 JUNE 25/12 423, 43 1 NORMAL/BIG .

Where it was distributed

CA, GA, IL, MO, NY, TX, WA

California Georgia Illinois Missouri New York Texas Washington

Questions about this recall

Is Macadamia Nuts Style 2, RAW, Shelled recalled?

Yes. Specialty Commodities recalled Macadamia Nuts Style 2, RAW, Shelled on 13 Sep 2012. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0124-2013.

Why was it recalled?

Specialty Commodities Inc., is recalling product due to potential contamination with Salmonella.

Which lots are affected?

Lot #: 275 & 271 BEST BEFORE MAY/14, 1427

Where was it sold?

CA, GA, IL, MO, NY, TX, 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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