The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1445-2013·Announced 2013-05-29

Alfred Louie Inc. Recalls Soy Bean Sprouts Due to Listeria Contamination

Alfred Louie Inc. is recalling 5-pound bags of soy bean sprouts because FDA environmental samples detected Listeria monocytogenes in the facility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves Listeria monocytogenes, a high-risk pathogen, and the source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Alfred Louie Inc. is recalling 5-pound bags of soy bean sprouts. The product is labeled "Soy Bean Sprouts: Keep Refrigerated: Ingredients:Soy Beans Net WT: 5 lbs (2.27 KG)" and is identified as a product of the USA.

The recall was initiated after FDA environmental samples found Listeria monocytogenes on the product in the packing line and on food contact surfaces within the facility. The source text does not specify lot numbers, expiration dates, or the number of affected units.

The product was distributed in California, Idaho, Arizona, and Nevada. Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Soy Bean Sprouts: Keep Refrigerated: Ingredients:Soy Beans Net WT: 5 lbs (2.27 KG); Alfred Louis Inc., Bakersfield, CA 93309 Product of the USA.
Manufacturer
Alfred Louie Inc
Hazard

Is your product affected?

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Lot numbers (1)

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Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Alfred Louie 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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