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Class I · High risk Terminated Initiated Mar 16, 2020 (7 years ago)

Kudzu Root (Pueraria montana var recall

Recalled by Mountain Rose Inc. dba Mountain Rose Herbs · Eugene, OR, United States

Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.

Why it was recalled

Salmonella

Pathogen: Salmonella

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What was recalled

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 EUGENE, OR ****"

Quantity: Lot 24247 = 31.75 lbs.; Lot 24247 X = 267.25 lbs.

Lot codes, dates and UPCs

A recall covers only these codes. Compare them with the lot number, best-by date or UPC printed on your package.

#24247-X and #24247

Where it was sold

Nationwide.

FDA's distribution note: nationwide in the US and in Canada.

Do not eat it. Class I means FDA judged there is a reasonable probability of serious illness or death. If the brand, size and lot or date code on your package match, throw the product away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean any surface or container it touched. If anyone has eaten it and feels unwell, contact a doctor and mention the recall. FDA lists this recall as terminated: the company has finished removing the product, so it should no longer be on shelves - but it can still be in a freezer or pantry.

Recalling firm
Mountain Rose Inc. dba Mountain Rose Herbs
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall initiated
Mar 16, 2020
In FDA report of
Apr 22, 2020
Terminated
Jan 6, 2021
FDA recall number
F-0892-2020 · event 85246
Official record
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