The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2210-2017·Announced 2017-05-31

Fuji Natural Foods Recalls Mung Bean Sprouts Due to Foreign Object Risk

Fuji Natural Foods is voluntarily recalling Mung Bean Sprout products because they may contain a foreign object.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a moderate severity level for a voluntary precautionary recall involving a foreign object without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Fuji Natural Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling all Mung Bean Sprout products. The recall was initiated because the products may contain a foreign object.

The affected products include Mung Bean Sprouts in various packaging formats, including 10 lb bags, 10 lb boxes, 12/12 oz, 20/15 oz, 24/1.5 lbs., 5 lb bags, and 3 lb trays. The recall covers 6,978 units distributed in the US.

Consumers who have purchased these products should stop using them and contact Fuji Natural Foods, Inc. for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Bean Sprout 10 lbs. bag, 10lb box, 12/12oz, 20/15oz, 24/1.5 lbs., 5lbs. bag, 3lb tray
Affected units
6,978

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.