2016 Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Wonderful Pistachios – Consumer Advice

Recall

On March 9, 2016, Wonderful Pistachios of Lost Hills, California voluntarily recalled a limited number of flavors and sizes of in-shell and shelled pistachios because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The pistachios were sold under the brand names Wonderful, Paramount Farms, and Trader Joe’s and were sold nationwide and in Canada, Mexico, and Peru.

Recalled products can be identified by a lot code number that can be found on the lower back or bottom panel of the package.

Advice to Consumers & Retailers

• We recommend that consumers do not eat and retailers do not sell recalled pistachios produced by Wonderful Pistachios.
  • These products have a long shelf life and may still be in people’s homes.
  • Products can be identified by a lot code number that can be found on the lower back or bottom panel of the package.
• Return recalled pistachios to the place of purchase for a refund.
  • Even if some of the pistachios have been eaten and no one has gotten sick, don’t eat them and return the product.
• Contact your health care provider if you think you may have become ill from eating contaminated pistachios.
  • Most people infected with Salmonella develop the following signs and symptoms 12-72 hours after being exposed to the bacteria:
    • Diarrhea
    • Fever
    • Abdominal cramps