The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1683-2022·Announced 2022-09-07

Great Value Chopped Walnuts Recalled Due to Pecan Mislabeling

Great Value Chopped Walnuts pouches containing pecans have been recalled from Walmart distribution centers in North Carolina and Florida. The product was mislabeled, which may affect consumers with nut allergies.

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: This is FDA Class II allergen mislabeling on common tree nuts (walnuts and pecans) without reported illness or injury. The mislabeling creates risk for consumers with nut allergies who may unknowingly consume a different allergen.

Plain-English summary

Great Value Chopped Walnuts (4 oz pouches, lot 29329, best if used by April 29, 2023) distributed by Walmart have been recalled by the FDA. The product was packaged in pouches labeled as walnuts, but contains pecan pieces instead.

This mislabeling is of particular concern for consumers with allergies or sensitivities to walnuts or pecans, as they may unknowingly consume a product different from what the label indicates. The product was distributed to Walmart distribution centers in North Carolina and Florida.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and should either dispose of it or return it to the retailer. Anyone who has consumed this product and experiences adverse health effects should contact their healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Great Value Chopped Walnuts, NET WT 4oz (113g); Ingredients: Walnuts DISTRIBUTED BY: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716; UPC 0 78742 20134 4
Manufacturer
South Georgia Pecan Company
Category
Food — Tree Nuts
Hazard
  • allergen-mislabeling
  • mis-labeling

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)

  • Best If Used By: April 29
  • 2023 Lot 29329

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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