The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is recalling Loblaws in-shell hazelnuts (filberts) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of this product.
The filberts, a product of the United States, were sold in 454 gram bags with the UPC number 7 75636 10004 1 and also sold in bulk bins. It was distributed nationally in Loblaws banners in these stores: Real Canadian Super Store, Fortinos, Freshmart, Loblaws, No Frills, Valu-Mart, Your Independent Grocer, Zehrs, Dominion, Red & White, Save Easy, Cash and Carry, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, AXEP, Group Distribution, Intermarché, Maxi & Cie, Maxi, Presto, Club Entrepôt, Provigo, Extra Foods, Shop Easy, Super Valu, Westfair.
If you have purchased these nuts, return them to the place of purcahse for a refund. For more information and questions, call Loblaw Customer Service at 1-800-296-2332 or the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342.
