CLASS I Food recall · Reported 31 Oct 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Tahini Butter, lb recalled by Sunland, Incorporated
Sunland, Incorporated is recalling Sunland Tahini Butter, lb, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 24 Sep 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-0488-2013
- FDA event ID
- 63257
- Recalling firm
- Sunland, Incorporated, Portales, NM
- Brand
- Sunland Tahini
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 24 Sep 2012
- FDA classified
- 23 Oct 2012
- Reported
- 31 Oct 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Press Release
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Sauces & Condiments
Timeline
| 24 Sep 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 23 Oct 2012 | Classified by FDA | +29 days |
| 31 Oct 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
Sunland, Inc. is conducting a voluntary limited recall of its Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter products and Tahini and Roasted Blanched Peanut Products, manufactured between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012, because these products 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
Sunland Tahini Butter, 6 x 5 lb UPC 71704
Where it was distributed
National distribution under various brand names including all 50 U.S. States with some international distribution Hong Kong.
Questions about this recall
Is Tahini Butter, lb recalled?
Yes. Sunland, Incorporated recalled Tahini Butter, lb on 24 Sep 2012. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0488-2013.
Why was it recalled?
Sunland, Inc. is conducting a voluntary limited recall of its Almond, Peanut, and Cashew Butter products and Tahini and Roasted Blanched Peanut Products, manufactured between May 1, 2010 and September 24, 2012, because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Which lots are affected?
Best-If-Used-By Dates between March 1, 2011 and September 24, 2013.
Where was it sold?
National distribution under various brand names including all 50 U.S. States with some international distribution Hong Kong.
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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