Company Announcement Date:May 10, 2024FDA Publish Date:May 13, 2024Product Type:Food & Beverages
Foodborne IllnessReason for Announcement:Potential Presence of SalmonellaCompany Name:Natural Sourcing InternationalBrand Name:
Great ValueProduct Description:
Organic Chia Seeds
Source: US Food and Drug Adminsitration
May 10, 2024–Natural Sourcing International is initiating a voluntary recall of one lot of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds 32 oz. due to the potential presence of Salmonella that may be in some of the finished products. Salmonellacan cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonellaoften experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. While no adverse events associated with the products have been reported to date, products are being recalled out of an abundance of caution and because consumer safety is the company’s highest priority.
Specific information regarding the recalled products is as follows:
| Name | Size | Lot Code | Expiration Date | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds | 32 oz | 24095 C018 | October 30, 2026 | 078742300665 |
These products can be identified by the main label on the pouch and the lot number that is printed on the bottom of the back panel of the packaging – see the example below:
Product was sent to Walmart for distribution nationwide via retail sales.
Consumers are directed to throw away products subject to the recall. Natural Sourcing International will provide replacement product upon proof of purchase. Consumers seeking replacement product or with questions regarding this recall can contact Natural Sourcing International, by calling Customer Service at 1-818-405-9705 Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST or emailing the company at customerservice@organically-simple.com.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of and in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Company Contact Information
Consumers:Customer Service 1-818-405-9705 customerservice@organically-simple.com
