Mung Bean sprouts is packaged in a 8 oz clamshell container or 5 lb. bag and sold under the Sprouters Northwest or Life Force brand. The Life Force foods, 8 oz, has UPC 8 15098 00107 1; The Sprouters Northwest, 5 lb., has UPC 0 33383 70258 2. The Life Force foods, 8 oz., is labeled in parts: "***MUNG BEAN SPROUTS***KEEP REFRIGERATED***NET WT. 4 OZ.***MANUFACTURED FOR: BRASSICA SPROUT GROUP, BALTIMORE, MD 21202***www.broccosprouts.com***". The Sprouters Northwest, 5 lb., is labeled in parts: "***BEAN SPROUTS***KEEP REFRIGERATED***NET WT. 5 LBS***Sprouters NORTHWEST***KENT, WA 98032***".
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: The Best by Dates are including all and up to 2/17/2013
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Giant Greens, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Mung Bean sprouts are recalled due to a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Mung Bean sprouts is packaged in a 8 oz clamshell container or 5 lb. bag and sold under the Sprouters Northwest or Life Force brand. The Life Force foods, 8 oz, has UPC 8 15098 00107 1; The Sprouters Northwest, 5 lb., has UPC 0 33383 70258 2. The Life Force foods, 8 oz., is labeled in parts: "***MUNG BEAN SPROUTS***KEEP REFRIGERATED***NET WT. 4 OZ.***MANUFACTURED FOR: BRASSICA SPROUT GROUP, BALTIMORE, MD 21202***www.broccosprouts.com***". The Sprouters Northwest, 5 lb., is labeled in parts: "***BEAN SPROUTS***KEEP REFRIGERATED***NET WT. 5 LBS***Sprouters NORTHWEST***KENT, WA 98032***".
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
The Best by Dates are including all and up to 2/17/2013
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: F-1017-2013
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