Highest risk warning issued as mushroom recall expands nationwide
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Even the most trusted foods can carry unseen risks, reminding everyone that food safety is something that should never be overlooked.
When a simple product from a grocery shelf becomes the subject of a serious warning, it’s a wake-up call for consumers everywhere.
What seems harmless can suddenly become dangerous—and it’s often the vigilance of routine checks that uncovers the danger before tragedy strikes. This latest FDA alert is one of those times where attention and quick action truly matter.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall—its most serious classification—for Signature Enoki Mushrooms due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The recall was first announced on September 29, with the FDA officially designating it as Class I on October 7, signaling a high risk of severe illness or death if consumed.
Distributed by New Age International Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, the affected products were identified during a routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, which confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the mushrooms.
Each 200g package was sold in clear plastic wrapping with the back label marked GGN: 4063061794758.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), listeriosis—the infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes—is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the United States, responsible for an estimated 1,600 infections and 260 deaths annually.
The FDA warned that Listeria “can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.”
Pregnant women are especially vulnerable, facing risks of miscarriage or stillbirth, while healthy individuals may experience high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
The recall affects 175 boxes of Signature Enoki Mushrooms shipped exclusively to retail stores and distributors in New York City.
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The FDA said that no illnesses have yet been reported, and no products from the affected batch remain in the company’s warehouse.
However, consumers who purchased the product between August and September are urged to destroy it immediately or return it for a full refund.
“If you have any packets of the mushrooms identified above, the FDA urges you to destroy them or return them to the retailer for a full refund,” the agency stated.
The FDA’s recall system ranks food safety risks into three categories—Class I, Class II, and Class III—with Class I representing the most severe level.
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Class I recalls are triggered when there is “a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
By comparison, Class II recalls involve reversible or temporary health effects, while Class III recalls typically pose minimal risk.
Consumers with questions about the current recall are advised to contact New Age International Inc. at 718-808-1018.
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When a simple product from a grocery shelf becomes the subject of a serious warning, it’s a wake-up call for consumers everywhere.
What seems harmless can suddenly become dangerous—and it’s often the vigilance of routine checks that uncovers the danger before tragedy strikes. This latest FDA alert is one of those times where attention and quick action truly matter.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall—its most serious classification—for Signature Enoki Mushrooms due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The recall was first announced on September 29, with the FDA officially designating it as Class I on October 7, signaling a high risk of severe illness or death if consumed.
Distributed by New Age International Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, the affected products were identified during a routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, which confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the mushrooms.
Each 200g package was sold in clear plastic wrapping with the back label marked GGN: 4063061794758.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), listeriosis—the infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes—is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the United States, responsible for an estimated 1,600 infections and 260 deaths annually.
The FDA warned that Listeria “can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.”
Pregnant women are especially vulnerable, facing risks of miscarriage or stillbirth, while healthy individuals may experience high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
The recall affects 175 boxes of Signature Enoki Mushrooms shipped exclusively to retail stores and distributors in New York City.
Also read: Food recall alert: What one frozen product’s mistake means for consumers
The FDA said that no illnesses have yet been reported, and no products from the affected batch remain in the company’s warehouse.
However, consumers who purchased the product between August and September are urged to destroy it immediately or return it for a full refund.
“If you have any packets of the mushrooms identified above, the FDA urges you to destroy them or return them to the retailer for a full refund,” the agency stated.
The FDA’s recall system ranks food safety risks into three categories—Class I, Class II, and Class III—with Class I representing the most severe level.
Source: doctorsoood / Instagram
Also read: Is your dinner at risk? Ready-made meals recalled over spinach listeria contamination
Class I recalls are triggered when there is “a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
By comparison, Class II recalls involve reversible or temporary health effects, while Class III recalls typically pose minimal risk.
Consumers with questions about the current recall are advised to contact New Age International Inc. at 718-808-1018.
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