CA Soybean Sprouts Recalled for Possible Listeria Contamination

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Hanbit Enterprises Inc. of Salinas, CA, dba Jack and the Beanstalk, is recalling Soybean Sprouts in 1 lb., 1.5 lb., 10 lb., and Natto plastic bags distributed up to and including Feb. 12, 2015, with Best if Used by dates up to Feb. 19, 2015, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The soybean sprouts were distributed to Bay Area stores and restaurants. The recalled products are as follows:

1LB SOYBEAN SPROUT BAR CODE – 7-27580-12366-9
1.5LB SOYBEAN SPROUT BAR CODE – 7-27580-12365-2
10LB SOYBEAN SPROUT BAR CODE – 7-27580-12351-5
NATTO SOYBEAN SPROUT BAR CODE – 7-27580-12367-6

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by FDA which revealed that the finished products contained theListeria bacteria. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation into what caused the problem.

Consumers who have purchased Hanbit Enterprises Inc. soybean sprouts in 1 lb , 1.5 lb., 10 lb., and Natto plastic bags are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 831-422-8028 during office hours: Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST.

Listeria is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer long-­term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, and Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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