FDA recall, , High risk
George J Howe Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower Seeds may contain undeclared cashew, posing a risk of serious allergic reaction.
Recall ended Sep 10, 2026. Still check yours.
Summary by Recall Canary from the FDA notice
What happened
People with a tree nut allergy could have a serious or life-threatening reaction.
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What to do
If a code on your package is listed below:
- Consumers who have purchased the affected Sunflower Seeds are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
- Consumers with questions may contact the George J Howe Company at (800) 367 4693 M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm EST, or by email at quality@
georgehowe.com.
Is yours affected?
Match the UPC and best-by date listed under your product.
A UPC is the number printed under a barcode.
6/11oz No Salt Sunflower Seeds
- UPC
- 07317100320
- Recall number
- H-1119-2026
25# Sunflower Seeds C/S
- UPC
- 00601138
- Recall number
- H-1123-2026
8/9.5oz Tub Nut - Sunflower Seed
- UPC
- 07317102701
- Recall number
- H-1120-2026
5# Sunflower Seeds C/S
- UPC
- 00501138
- Recall number
- H-1121-2026
5# Sunflower Seeds C/NS
- UPC
- 00501139
- Recall number
- H-1122-2026
6/11oz Sunflower Seeds Salted
- UPC
- 07317100316
- Recall number
- H-1118-2026
- UPC
- 073171003163
- Best-by date
- 08/28/2026, Best by 09/18/2026, Best by 10/01/2026, Best by 10/09/2026, Best by 11/18/2026, Best by 12/12/2026
Recall details
- Company began the recall
- Sold in
- 25 states
- Company
- George J Howe Company, Inc.Grove City, Pennsylvania
- Hazard
- Undeclared tree nut
- Risk
High risk
There is a reasonable chance that eating it could cause serious health problems or death.
FDA Class I recall · How risk is rated
- Event ID
- 98867
- Recall numbers
- H-1118-2026 to H-1123-2026
Timeline
FDA's Enforcement Report is its public list of recalls; FDA adds a recall when it posts it and publishes the list weekly.
Company began the recall
Announced by the company
Listed on Recall Canary
Added to FDA's Enforcement Report · Classified by FDA
In FDA's weekly enforcement report
Recall ended
Summary updated
