The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·F-0892-2020·Announced 2020-04-22

Mountain Rose Herbs Recalls Kudzu Root Due to Salmonella Risk

Mountain Rose Herbs is recalling specific lots of Kudzu Root because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The product was sold nationwide in the US and in Canada.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class I, which indicates a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Additionally, the hazard involves Salmonella, a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Mountain Rose Inc. dba Mountain Rose Herbs is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Kudzu Root (Pueraria montana var. lobata). The recall is being conducted because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The affected product was packaged in clear plastic bags or poly-woven bags and sold in bulk form with net weights ranging from 4 ounces to 20 pounds. The label identifies the product as an herbal supplement originating from China.

The recall covers Lot #24247 (31.75 lbs.) and Lot #24247 X (267.25 lbs.). This product was distributed nationwide in the United States and in Canada. The recall was initiated on March 16, 2020, and was classified as Class I by the FDA. The recall status is currently terminated.

Consumers who have purchased these specific lots of Kudzu Root should stop using the product and contact Mountain Rose Herbs for a refund or further instructions. The company notified customers via email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, and in-person visits.

The recalled product

Product
Kudzu Root (Pueraria montana var. lobata), This product was packaged in a clear plastic bag or poly-woven bags sold in bulk form net weight ranges from 4 ounces to 20 pounds. The label is read in parts: "***Kudzu Root***Herbal Supplement **Origin: China** MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS E
Manufacturer
Mountain Rose Inc. dba Mountain Rose Herbs
Category
Food — Herbal Supplement
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 (1)

  • #24247-X and #24247

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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