Elderberry Whole Organic recalled over Salmonella risk

Recall date

October 16, 2020

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Starwest Botanicals, Inc recalls Elderberry Whole Organic; Sambucus Nigra; Origin: Croatia 1 lb. and 4 oz. Distributed in Mylar bags. 1 lb. UPC: 7 67963…

Recall number

F-0114-2021

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Starwest Botanicals, Inc

Sold / distributed

Nationwide distribution Two Canadian Customers

Why it was recalled

Direct customer tested product upon receipt and had a positive result for Salmonella.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Elderberry Whole Organic; Sambucus Nigra; Origin: Croatia 1 lb. and 4 oz. Distributed in Mylar bags. 1 lb. UPC: 7 67963 07315 0; Item # 209290-01 4 oz. UPC 7 67963-10561-5; Item # 209290-04 Daily serving size; Pour 8-12 oz. of boiling water (212 degrees F) over 1 tsp of tea. Steep 3-4 minutes. Starwest Botanicals,Inc. 161 Main Street, Sacramento, CA 95838 Certified Organic