Navitas Organics Recalls Organic Chia Seeds Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Source: FDA · United States

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Navitas, LLC. has voluntarily recalled over 114,000 units of Organic Chia Seeds across 26 states due to potential Salmonella contamination.

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What Happened

Navitas, LLC., based in San Rafael, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of specific lots of Navitas Organics Organic Chia Seeds. The recall was issued due to potential contamination with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects 114,432 units (9,536 cases) of the following product:

  • Product Name: NAVITAS ORGANICS ORGANIC CHIA SEEDS
  • Size: 8 OZ (227g)
  • UPC: 858847000284
  • Recall Number: H-0533-2026
  • Affected Lot Codes and Expiration Dates:
    • W31025283, W31025286, W31025287 (Best If Used By: End APR 2027)
    • W31025311, W31025314, W31025315, W31025316, W31025317 (Best If Used By: End MAY 2027)

Distribution was limited to the United States, specifically in the following states: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VT, WA, and WI.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected Navitas Organics Organic Chia Seeds should immediately stop using the product. The firm has initiated notification through various channels including email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, and direct visits. Consumers should check their pantries for the specific lot codes listed above and contact the recalling firm, Navitas, LLC., for information regarding disposal or potential refunds.

Why This Matters

This is a Class I recall, the most serious category, indicating a situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Salmonella infection can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

Source

Information provided by the FDA.

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FDA recall.

What is this FDA recall about?
Navitas, LLC. has voluntarily recalled over 114,000 units of Organic Chia Seeds across 26 states due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
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