Date of Recall:
January 22, 2008

Products Recalled:
Harry and David Giant Cashews

Product Information:
Harry and David is recalling all 4 oz. boxes of Giant Cashews with lot codes 2507 MSL 15:00 through 2507 MSL 18:00 and a use by date of 6/28/08. The lot code and use by date are ink jetted on the bottom of the box. Affected boxes also can be recognized by the price sticker on the bottom, or lower portion of the back, of the box. The price sticker states "Nuts Mixed Nuts Box 4oz". These products are packaged in 4 oz. paperboard boxes with bags of metalized film containing nuts inside. The boxes are olive green with a pale green design in the background.

Recalling Firm:
Harry and David
Medford, OR

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-233-1101.
 
Problem/Reason for Recall:
The recalled product may contain undeclared mixed nuts, including peanuts, almonds, pecans and Brazil nuts.  People with allergies or severe sensitivities to peanuts, almonds, pecans and Brazil nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume the recalled product.

There have been no illnesses or injuries reported to date. Anyone concerned about an illness/injury should contact a physician immediately.

This problem occurred during a product changeover when packaging for cashews was comingled with packaging for the mixed nuts.

Consumers with product may return it to the any Harry and David retail store for a full refund.

Amount recalled:   Approximately 2130 boxes.

Distribution:    To Harry and David Stores throughout the United States, beginning 11/16/07.

Press Release:     Yes 

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