AmeriHerb Goldenseal Herb Recalled for Potential E. coli Contamination
AmeriHerb International Inc is recalling 36 lbs of Goldenseal herb due to potential contamination with generic E. coli. The product was distributed nationwide and to Canada.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves potential contamination with E. coli, a high-risk pathogen. Per the rubric, FDA Class II recalls involving significant injury/property-damage reports or high-risk pathogens without reported illness but with structural/contamination defects typically align with Severe (4) or High (3). Given the explicit Class II designation and the nature of E. coli, Severe is the appropriate classification to reflect the potential for serious adverse health consequences.
Plain-English summary
AmeriHerb International Inc is voluntarily recalling 36 lbs of Goldenseal herb c/s, Hydrastis Canadensis, packaged in 1 lb plastic bags. The recall is being issued because the dried spice and herb products are potentially contaminated with generic E. coli. The product is labeled "Not for use during pregnancy" and was manufactured by AmeriHerb LLC in Ames, Iowa.
The affected product, identified by code L-40428, was distributed to customers nationwide, including Puerto Rico, as well as to foreign distribution in Canada. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. They should check their pantries for the specific 1 lb plastic bags of Goldenseal herb with code L-40428. If found, consumers should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a refund, following the instructions provided by the recalling firm.
The recalled product
- Product
- Goldenseal herb c/s, Hydrastis Canadensis, Not for use during pregnancy, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags
- Manufacturer
- AmeriHerb International Inc
- Category
- Food — Dried Herbs and Spices
- 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)
- L-40428
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 6 recalled by AmeriHerb International Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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