CLASS I Food recall · Reported 14 Nov 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Nutrition bar recalled by Think Thin
Think Thin is recalling Nutrition bar, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 12 Oct 2012 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-0629-2013
- FDA event ID
- 63473
- Recalling firm
- Think Thin, Ventura, CA
- Brand
- Nutrition
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 12 Oct 2012
- FDA classified
- 6 Nov 2012
- Reported
- 14 Nov 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Granola Bars
Timeline
| 12 Oct 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 6 Nov 2012 | Classified by FDA | +25 days |
| 14 Nov 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The firm inititated the recall of Crunch¿ thinkThin nutrition bars which may contain blanched roasted peanuts supplied by Sunland , Inc and have the potential to 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
Nutrition bar. Crunch¿ thinkThin Brand, Cranberry Apple & Mixed Nuts, 40 grams. Packaged in plastic, labeled as:"Distributed by thinkproducts***Ventura, CA 93003***". 10 bars/carton, 12 cartons/case. 120 bars per case
Where it was distributed
US states nationwide. No international distribution.
Questions about this recall
Is Nutrition bar recalled?
Yes. Think Thin recalled Nutrition bar on 12 Oct 2012. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0629-2013.
Why was it recalled?
The firm inititated the recall of Crunch¿ thinkThin nutrition bars which may contain blanched roasted peanuts supplied by Sunland , Inc and have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
UPC Code: 7 53656 70909 3 Best by Dates: 030813, 041113, 052913, 062213 AND expired lots prior to Best By 101012
Where was it sold?
US states nationwide. No international distribution.
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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