Trophy Nut Company is recalling cans of its Honey Roasted Peanuts due to the potential inclusion of cashews.
Newsweek reached out to Trophy via email Wednesday night for comment.
Why It Matters
Numerous recalls have been initiated this year due to potentially damaged products, foodborne illness, undeclared food allergens or the potential for bacteria.
Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine “major” food allergens in the United States are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts.
While peanuts are legumes, cashews fall under the tree nuts category of food allergens, so the sensitivities and reactions for those allergic vary between the two, according to Food Insight.
What To Know
In an alert posted by the FDA on Wednesday, the recalled peanuts were distributed in Heinen’s Grocery Stores in Illinois and Ohio from October 24, 2024, to April 4, 2025.
The recalled products have a UPC number of 20601401877 and they are packaged in an 8.25-ounce composite can with a best if used by date of October 1, 2025, and a best by date of October 3, 2025. The FDA alert notes that 143 cases of the peanuts are being recalled.
According to the agency, there has been one allergic reaction reported as of Wednesday. It also posted a picture of the recalled product in its alert.
What People Are Saying
The FDA alert, in part: “The recall was initiated after receiving a consumer complaint that product labeled as Honey Roasted Peanuts contained cashews. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company’s production and packaging processes.”
The FDA, in part, on its website in March: “Food allergic reactions vary in severity from mild symptoms involving hives and lip swelling to severe, life-threatening symptoms, often called anaphylaxis, that may involve fatal respiratory problems and shock. While promising prevention and therapeutic strategies are being developed, food allergies currently cannot be cured. Early recognition and learning how to manage food allergies, including which foods to avoid, are important measures to prevent serious health consequences.
“To protect those with food allergies and other food hypersensitivities, the FDA enforces regulations requiring companies to list ingredients on packaged foods and beverages. For certain foods or substances that cause allergies or other hypersensitivity reactions, there are more specific labeling requirements.”
What Happens Next
Customers who have purchased the recalled nuts may return them to a Heinen’s Grocery Store for a full refund, the alert notes.
People with additional questions may also contact the company’s customer service at 1-800-729-6887 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET weekdays or email the company at custserv@trophynut.com.
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