CLASS I Food recall · Reported 28 Nov 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Organic Peanut Butter recalled by Torn & Glasser
Torn & Glasser is recalling Organic Peanut Butter, distributed in 11 states. The recall was initiated on 16 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-0708-2013
- FDA event ID
- 63503
- Recalling firm
- Torn & Glasser, East Rancho Dominguez, CA
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 16 Oct 2012
- FDA classified
- 19 Nov 2012
- Reported
- 28 Nov 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
- Peanut Butter
Timeline
| 16 Oct 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Nov 2012 | Classified by FDA | +34 days |
| 28 Nov 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Torn and Glasser, Inc of Los Angeles, CA 90021 is voluntarily recalling Salted in-shell product (packaged after November 9, 2011), and one lot of Organic Peanut Butter (packaged January 13, 2012) because they contain recalled peanuts and peanut butter received from 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
Organic Peanut Butter, Item Number 342-007, Pack size 12/14oz tubs. No UPC code. Product labeling:" ".
Where it was distributed
US states: CA, AZ, NV, TX, CO, ID, MO, NJ, NM, OK, UT. No international consignees.
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Torn and Glasser, Inc of Los Angeles, CA 90021 is voluntarily recalling Salted in-shell product (packaged after November 9, 2011), and one lot of Organic Peanut Butter (packaged January 13, 2012) because they contain recalled peanuts and peanut butter received from Sunland, Inc., and have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella,
Which lots are affected?
Lot 0132 (produced January 13, 2012). Lot code marking can be found on the side label.
Where was it sold?
US states: CA, AZ, NV, TX, CO, ID, MO, NJ, NM, OK, UT. No international consignees.
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.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 63503| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS I | Salted in-shell Peanuts under the following recalled by Torn & Glasser | Torn & Glasser | Salmonella | 11 states |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS I | Sprouts Farmers Market Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries recalledSprouts Farmers | Torn & Glasser | Undeclared Allergens | 6 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Dark Chocolate Expresso Beans recalled by Torn & Glasser | Torn & Glasser | Undeclared Tree Nuts | 30 states |
| Food | CLASS I | Roasted and Salted Pistachios packed under the following recalledfollowing | Torn & Glasser | Salmonella | AZ, CA, HI |
| Food | CLASS I | Roasted & Salted Natural Pistachios Case recalled by Torn & Glasser | Torn & Glasser | Salmonella | AZ, CA, HI |
| Food | CLASS I | Salted in-shell Peanuts under the following recalled by Torn & Glasser | Torn & Glasser | Salmonella | 11 states |
Other Peanut Butter recalls
All 337| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food | CLASS II | Creamy Peanut Butter recalled by Ventura FoodsCreamy | Ventura Foods | Foreign Material | 40 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Creamy Peanut Butter recalled by Ventura FoodsCreamy | Ventura Foods | Foreign Material | 40 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Creamy Peanut Butter recalled by Ventura FoodsCreamy | Ventura Foods | Foreign Material | 40 states |
| Food | CLASS II | Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls recalled by Prep'd CDA | Prep'd CDA | Undeclared Soy | ID, WA |
| Food | CLASS I | Freshness Guaranteed Peanut Butter Snack Mix recalled by Palmer & | Palmer & | Salmonella | Nationwide |