Thal Golden Spices Inc. of Hayward, CA has announced a recall of 640 packs of “Bikano Moong Dal 350g” due to potential contamination with Salmonella. This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, frail or elderly people, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals infected with Salmonella may experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the infection can lead to more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.
Product Details:
Distribution:
The recalled product was distributed in the state of California through retail stores.
Company Announcement:
Thal Golden Spices Inc. discovered an oversight in the distribution process, leading to the release of the product without proper lab results. This issue was identified during an FDA inspection, which uncovered discrepancies in the batch numbers intended for destruction. The company is actively addressing the situation to ensure compliance and rectify the error.
Consumer Instructions:
Consumers who have purchased Bikano Moong Dal 350g with the best used by date of 06/25/25 are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. No illnesses have been reported to date.
Contact Information:
For any questions, consumers can contact Thal Golden Spices Inc. at 510-429-1797. The hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm, and Friday from 7 am to 4 pm.