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Class I, DangerousF-0363-2023

Pilgrim's Roasted Nut'Z Squirrel Mix are packaged by hand into either the 8 oz Plastic Cone Bags or 8 Oz Pouch Bags. Label declares almonds, Spanish peanuts, mini M&M's, Golden Raisins, Sugar, Vanilla.

Recalled by Pilgrims Roasted Nutz on Feb 2, 2023

Reviewed by FoodRecallWatch Editorial Team · Updated

Recall Summary

Pilgrims Roasted Nutz recalled Pilgrim's Roasted Nut'Z Squirrel Mix are packaged by hand into either the 8 oz Plastic Cone Bags or 8 Oz Pouch Bags. Label declares almonds in a Class I action — the FDA's most serious tier, reserved for products with a reasonable probability of causing serious health consequences or death on Feb 2, 2023.

The FDA listed the reason as an undeclared allergen: "Squirrel Mix product is recalled due to undeclared milk, soy lecithin, and colors: B1, R40, Y5, Y6, and B2." Allergen mislabeling is the leading cause of U.S. food recalls, because a missing declaration can trigger a reaction in someone who reads the label and believes the product is safe.

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Distributed in California, Oregon, and Washington." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in North Plains, OR. The recall covers 537 packages of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Mar 1, 2023), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.

Reason for Recall

Squirrel Mix product is recalled due to undeclared milk, soy lecithin, and colors: B1, R40, Y5, Y6, and B2.

Product Description

Pilgrim's Roasted Nut'Z Squirrel Mix are packaged by hand into either the 8 oz Plastic Cone Bags or 8 Oz Pouch Bags. Label declares almonds, Spanish peanuts, mini M&M's, Golden Raisins, Sugar, Vanilla.

Distribution

Distributed in California, Oregon, and Washington.

What Should You Do?

  • 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
  • 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
  • 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
  • 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.

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Source: FDA Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, 2026.