A POPULAR nut product is being recalled after the Food and Drug Administration classified it as the most severe risk recall category.
The FDA has issued a recall for more than 30,000 pounds of pecan products due to concerns about possible Salmonella contamination.
Navarro Pecan Holdins, LLC, voluntarily recalled exactly 32,670 pounds of the pecan nuts on July 10.
Pecan products that are part of the recall were distributed in both commercial and retail outlets in Texas, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Jersey, as highlighted in the recall announcement.
Internationally, the recalled products were sold in Italy, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates.
The recall risk was labeled as a Class 1 risk by the FDA on August 1.
The classification of Class 1 risk signifies a “reasonable probability that using or being exposed to a non-compliant product will lead to severe health issues or death.”
Individuals who consumed the tainted products may be at risk of Salmonella infection, which poses a greater threat to vulnerable populations such as children and older adults.
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Salmonella can lead to hospitalization in some cases, as the infection can move from the intestines to other body areas.
Those who bought the pecans between May 15 and June 13, 2025, should refrain from consuming them.
Navarro Pecan Holdings informed their customers and distributors of the recall through various means like email, fax, letter, press release, phone call, or personal visit.
Salmonella bacteria are hardy and can persist for long periods, potentially triggering outbreaks through widespread distribution, which is particularly concerning with dry products such as nuts.
As of August 6, no illnesses have been reported due to the bacteria.
Experts encourage anyone who bought a contaminated product to wash down any area where the product may have touched.
That includes washing refrigerators, cutting boards, countertops, and utensils.
The FDA even recommends being cautious when preparing food for your animals.
How to handle product recall
FOOD Safety experts insist that shoppers shouldn’t panic if they’re affected by a recall, as many are harmless.
However, consumers should take each warning seriously and follow the necessary steps to protect themselves.
Oftentimes, food manufacturers issue recalls as a precautionary measure, so there likely isn’t a foodborne illness hiding in your pantry.
However, even if the recall is merely a precaution, shoppers should always stay safe and not consume the affected items.
Experts advise people to keep a product closed if it hasn’t been opened, and never feed it to a pet or donate it to food banks.
Anyone who has handled or opened an affected item should wash their hands thoroughly with warm water and soap for 20 seconds.
Read the recall closely for specific instructions on how to get rid of the food item.
Typically, the brand will ask consumers to return the recalled product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.
Sometimes shoppers will also be asked to throw it away so that no one else can eat it.
Source: FoodSafety.gov
“People with pets should take special care to avoid cross-contamination when preparing their pet’s food,” the FDA writes.
“Be sure to pick up and thoroughly wash food dishes as soon as pets are done eating.”
Children and elderly individuals should avoid exposure to any pet food that may have been contaminated.
Any customers in possession of the products should discard them and request a full refund from the company.
To prevent cross-contamination, surfaces that the pecans were on should be thoroughly cleaned.
Check the FDA’s website for any change in status.
