J.M. Smucker Co., the parent company of Jif Peanut Butter, has issued a recall of some of its products following a potential risk of Salmonella contamination.

The company announced it is recalling several versions of both creamy and crunchy formulas, in a variety of different jar sizes, due to the potential contamination. The recalled products were distributed nationwide in retail stores and other outlets.

The potentially affected jars were distributed with lot codes 1274425-2140425.

A full list of recalled Jif products along with product codes can be viewed here.

Consumers who have products matching the description should dispose of them immediately.

Questions about the recall can be directed to the company at 1-800-828-9980 or www.jif.com/contact-us.

Salmonella infection can start to present symptoms between 6 hours and 6 days after affected products are consumed, and symptoms can include diarrhea that can be bloody, fever and stomach cramps. While most people recover within 4 to 7 days without the need for any treatment, some may require hospitalization or antibiotics.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cautions that those who are more likely to get sick or severely ill are children younger than 5, adults who are 65 and older and those with weakened immune systems.

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