What happened
The firm is recalling sunflower seed products due to the presence of an undeclared tree nut allergen, cashew.
What to do
Check your fridge, freezer and pantry for the product described below, and compare the brand, size and product codes carefully. If you have it, don't eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store where you bought it for a refund. If you or someone in your home ate it and feels unwell, contact a doctor. If you have a food allergy, don't eat the product even if it looks and smells normal.
Recall details
- Recall date
- Apr 29, 2026
- Country
- United States
- Company
- George J Howe Company, Inc.
- Type
- Class I
- Reason
- The firm is recalling sunflower seed products due to the presence of an undeclared tree nut allergen, cashew.
- Product
- 5# Sunflower Seeds C/S
- Where it was sold
- 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,
- Quantity
- 19.00 Cases
- Product codes
- 00501138
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall number
- H-1121-2026
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This page summarizes the official notice; the agency's notice is the authoritative version.