The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Food)·F-0425-2019·Announced 2018-11-21

Kroger Recalls Simple Truth Organic Red Quinoa for Pesticide Non-Compliance

The Kroger Co is recalling Simple Truth Organic Red Quinoa because the product was not in compliance for pesticide exclusion.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which by definition is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, and no illnesses or injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

The Kroger Co is voluntarily recalling 17,992 packages of Simple Truth Organic Red Quinoa, 16 oz. The recall was initiated because the product was tested and found not to be in compliance for pesticide exclusion.

The affected product is distributed by The Kroger Co in Cincinnati, OH, and carries the UPC 1111086333. The recall covers specific Best By dates: 29JUL19L, 02JUL19L, 03JUL19L, 20JUL19L, 23JUL19L, 24JUL19L, 01AUG19L, 02AUG19L, 10AUG19L, and 14AUG19L.

The product was distributed to Kroger distribution centers in Texas, Colorado, Kansas, Arizona, Utah, Washington, and California. No government agencies or foreign countries received the product. Consumers should check their pantries for the affected Best By dates and contact The Kroger Co for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
simple truth organic Red Quinoa Ingredients: organic red quinoa Distributed by The Kroger Co, Cincinnati, OH UPC1111086333 NET WT 16 oz (1 lb)
Manufacturer
The Kroger Co
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (10)

  • Best By 29JUL19L
  • 02JUL19L
  • 03JUL19L
  • 20JUL19L
  • 23JUL19L
  • 24JUL19L
  • 01AUG19L
  • 02AUG19L
  • 10AUG19L
  • 14AUG19L

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states: