Planters Recalled Peanut Products Due to Potential Listeria Risk

There’s an active recall on two Planters peanut products, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recall impacts the following products: 

• 4-ounce packages of Planters Honey Roasted Peanuts with UPC 2900002097 and best by date “04 11 25”
• 8.75-ounce cans of Planters Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts with UPC 2900001621 and best by date “05APR26”

The affected products were shipped and sold in Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and North Carolina as well as Dollar Tree stores in Georgia and South Carolina. No other Planters products are currently included in this recall, but if you have one of the above recalled packages or cans, dispose of it immediately or return to your place of purchase for an exchange or refund.

Listeria monocytogene infection (AKA listeriosis) can be a serious foodborne illness for those age 65 or older, young children or immunocompromised individuals. Common symptoms of listeriosis include high fever, severe headache, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and more. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms after consuming the above recalled products, contact your healthcare provider as soon as possible.

For questions regarding this recall, contact Hormel Foods Customer Relations via email through their website’s contact form or at 1-800-523-4635, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CST.