Soyko International Recalls Non-GMO Soybeans for Sprouting Due to Listeria
Soyko International is recalling Non-GMO soybeans for sprouting because FDA testing found Listeria monocytogenes. The affected product was distributed in Texas.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 5/5 (Critical).
Highest-severity recall. The hazard can cause serious injury or death. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this as an FDA Class I recall, which meets the rubric criteria for a Critical severity score (5).
Plain-English summary
Soyko International, Inc. is recalling Non-GMO soybeans for sprouting, packaged in 25KG bags and 1MT tote bags, due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The contamination was identified in a sample collected by the FDA Dallas District. The specific lot involved is # JJBS-MS, with manufacturing dates ranging from September 27, 2014, to September 29, 2014.
The recall affects approximately 1,332.06 bushels of the product. Distribution was limited to Texas. The agency has classified this recall as Class I, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. Listeria monocytogenes is a high-risk pathogen that can cause severe illness, particularly in pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Those who have consumed the product and are experiencing symptoms should contact their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- Byglands, Non-GMO soybeans for Sprouting in 25KG bags and 1MT tote bags.
- Manufacturer
- Soyko International, Inc
- Category
- Food — Sprouting Seeds
- 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 (2)
- Lot # JJBS-MS
- Mfg 9/27/14 - 9/29/14
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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