The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0012-2024·Announced 2023-10-18

Maisie Jane's Smooth Almond Butter Recalled for High Aflatoxin Levels

Maisie Jane's Smooth almond butter is being recalled due to high levels of aflatoxin contamination. Consumers should discard the product or return it for a refund.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Aflatoxin is a high-risk mycotoxin that can cause serious health effects including liver disease. Although no illnesses have been reported in the source material, the documented presence of high aflatoxin levels in a food product warrants a High severity classification.

Plain-English summary

Maisie Jane's California Sunshine Products Inc. is recalling Maisie Jane's Smooth almond butter in 12-ounce glass jars due to high levels of aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin that can pose a serious health risk if consumed.

A total of 4,834 jars have been distributed throughout the United States to 13 consignees in Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, New York, Georgia, California, and Ohio. The affected product is Lot Code 30122 with a best-by date of 10/24.

Consumers who have purchased this almond butter should stop consuming it immediately. Affected jars should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund. For questions about the recall, consumers may contact Maisie Jane's California Sunshine Products Inc.

The recalled product

Product
Maisie Jane's Smooth almond butter, 12 oz glass jar, 6 units per case, shelf stable
Manufacturer
Maisie Jane's California Sunshine Products Inc.
Hazard
  • aflatoxin

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot Code 30122
  • Best by used by 10/24

Distribution

Distributed in 8 states:

  • CA
  • FL
  • GA
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • TX
  • WI