FDA-Food2026-07-01Class IALLERGEN
George J Howe Company sunflower seeds recalled for undeclared cashew allergen
What this means
George J Howe Company is recalling 5-pound bags of sunflower seeds because they contain cashew, a tree nut allergen that is not declared on the label. People with cashew allergies could have a serious allergic reaction if they eat this product.
- Check if you have George J Howe Company 5# Sunflower Seeds C/S with product code 00501138.
- Do not eat the product if you are allergic to tree nuts or cashews.
- Return the product to the store or discard it.
- Contact George J Howe Company if you have questions.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
The firm is recalling sunflower seed products due to the presence of an undeclared tree nut allergen, cashew.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
The recalled product was distributed to the following States: AL, AR, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, VA,WI,WV,
Affected count
19.00 Cases
Manufactured in
629 W Main St, N/A, Grove City, PA, United States
Products
5# Sunflower Seeds C/S
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=H-1121-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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