Harvest NYC Inc, based in Brooklyn, NY, has announced a nationwide voluntary recall of its 200g packages of Enoki Mushrooms, distributed under the Hofood99 Inc brand, due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes — a harmful bacterium that poses serious health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Product Details:

1. Product Name: Enoki Mushroom
2. Package Size: 200g
3. Packaging: Green plastic pack
4. UPC Code: 6975730520101 (on the back label)
5. Distributor: Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
6. Distributed: Nationwide in retail stores
7. Affected Purchase Window: January 11 – January 31, 2025

Why This Matters:
Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe and potentially fatal infections, especially in:

• Young children
• The elderly
• Pregnant women (risk of miscarriage or stillbirth)
• Immunocompromised individuals

Although healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms like fever, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, the consequences for at-risk groups can be much more serious.

How It Was Discovered:
The contamination was identified following a routine sampling conducted by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory in Buffalo, NY.

Important Consumer Advisory:
If you purchased this product during the mentioned time frame, please:

• Do not consume it
• Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or
• Safely dispose of the product

For More Information:
Consumers may contact the company at (718) 596-0777 with any questions or concerns.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

Product images of the front and back packaging are available for reference.

Source:https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/harvest-nyc-inc-recalls-enoki-mushroom-due-possible-health-risk