Trader Joe's Issues Recall Of Raw Nuts Over Salmonella Fears

Trader Joe's has recalled a line of cashews because of worries it could be contaminated with salmonella.

Trader Joe's has issued a recall of raw cashews.
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01/19/2016 8:30 a.m.

The recall stemmed from a supplier's notification to the store chain that Trader Joe's Raw Cashew Pieces marked with the code "BEST BEFORE 07.17.2016TF4" may be tainted, according to Trader Joe's.

The product was distributed to stores in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York among 30 states and in Washington, D.C., the statement said.

"Out of an abundance of caution, all lots of Trader Joe’s Raw Cashew Pieces have been removed from store shelves and their sale has been suspended while we investigate this matter."

No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the company.

Customers who purchased Trader Joe's Raw Cashew Pieces with the specific lot code are advised "to not eat it and either throw it away or return it to the store for a refund," reported CNN.

For more information, contact Trader Joe's Customer Relations at (626) 599-3817 or visit www.traderjoes.com/contact-us/product-feedback.

Click here to read the Trader Joe's release.

Click here to read the CNN story.

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