Walmart Pistachio Nut Butter Recall
A pistachio nut butter sold at Walmart is being recalled after testing found possible contamination with Salmonella, raising concerns for consumers who may have the product sitting in their homes.
Boticelli Foods is recalling a specific lot of bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter, a 6.7 ounce product sold at Walmart stores. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the product may be contaminated with Salmonella and advised consumers not to eat the recalled product.
Which Pistachio Nut Butter Is Recalled?
The recall is limited to one specific lot of bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter. The affected product comes in a 6.7 ounce glass jar and can be identified using the information printed on the packaging. Consumers should look for UPC 194346207961, lot code LB028ACP04 and an expiration date of January 28, 2027. The FDA said consumers should check their pantries carefully because the product has a relatively long expiration date and could still be in homes after the original purchase.
Why Was It Recalled?
The recall was issued because the affected product may contain Salmonella. The company initiated the recall after testing raised concerns about possible contamination. According to the FDA, there have been no reported illnesses or injuries connected to the recalled product at the time of the recall announcement. Even without reported illnesses, consumers should not take the risk. Anyone who has a jar matching the recalled lot information should stop using it immediately.
What Is Salmonella?
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning and gastrointestinal illness. Common symptoms include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting. Symptoms generally develop after exposure to the bacteria, although the severity of illness can vary. Young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems can face a greater risk of serious complications from Salmonella infections. Consumers who develop symptoms after eating a potentially contaminated food should contact a healthcare professional.
What Should Walmart Shoppers Do?
Anyone who has the recalled pistachio nut butter should not eat it. Consumers should also avoid giving the product to other people or using it in recipes. The FDA advises consumers to return the recalled product to the store where it was purchased for a refund.
It is also important to check the exact lot information rather than assuming every jar of bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter is part of the recall. The current recall applies specifically to the identified lot.
Check Your Pantry
The recall is a reminder that food safety problems are not always obvious. A contaminated product can look and smell normal, meaning consumers cannot rely on appearance to determine whether food is safe. Because the recalled pistachio nut butter has an expiration date extending into 2027, consumers may have purchased it and stored it for later use.
Anyone with bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter should take a moment to check the jar’s UPC, lot code and expiration date. If the information matches the recalled product, it should not be consumed. For the official recall details, including the affected product information and company contact information, consumers can check the FDA recall notice.
