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The following health alert is from the FDA on April 30, 2009 .

Klein’s Naturals, Brooklyn, NY, is voluntarily recalling various pistachio products as a precautionary measure because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This recall action is being taken due to the expanded recall activities for the 2008 crop of In-Shell Pistachios distributed by Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc. in Terra Bella, California. The recalled products were distributed nationwide through retail stores and wholesale customers. Specific product information, including Item Number, Pack Size, Packaging Type, and code information can be found in detail on the chart below.

ITEM	PACK/SIZE	UPC CODE/ITEM NUMBER	BEST USE BY DATES
Roasted Unsalted Pistachios	7 oz. container	7 40312 10201 5	9-1-2009 through 4-6-2010
Roasted Salted Pistachios	7 oz. container	7 40312 10202 2	9-01-2009 through 4-6-2010
Unsalted Pistachios	16 oz. jars	7 40312 30201 9	9-1-2009 through 4-6-2010
Natural Salted Pistachios	16 oz. jars	7 40312 30202 6	9-1-2009 through 4-6-2010

No illnesses have been reported to date. All retail customers who have purchased the items listed above should not consume these products and should return them to the store of purchase for a full refund or replacement. Consumers with any questions regarding this voluntary recall activity can call the company at 718-499-4299, Monday through Friday during the hours of 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT.