Nam & Son of MD, based in Jessup, MD, is voluntarily recalling one-pound bags of soybean sprouts with a sell-by date of December 14, 2023. The recall is initiated due to the potential contamination of the product with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that can cause severe and sometimes fatal infections, especially in vulnerable populations.

Affected Product Details:

• Product: One-pound bags of soybean sprouts
• Brand: Nam & Son of MD DBA Sam Sung S & M Food
• Sell-By Date: December 14, 2023
• Packaging: 1lb plastic bag (retail)

Distribution: The affected product has been distributed to retail stores in VA between December 6 – 7, 2023.

Health Risks: Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious infections, especially in young children, frail or elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. However, Listeria infections can lead to miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

Initiation of Recall: The recall was initiated after a random sample collected by the state of Virginia confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product. Nam & Son of MD has promptly started investigating the root cause of the contamination. As of now, no illnesses related to the consumption of this product have been reported.

Consumer Action: Consumers who have purchased the affected soybean sprouts should:

• Check for the “Sell By” date of December 14, 2023.
• Refrain from consuming the product.
• Discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Contact Information: For inquiries and further information, consumers can contact Nam & Son at 443-896-6738. The helpline is monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week (EST) from Monday to Sunday.

Source:https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/nam-son-md-recalls-soybean-sprouts-because-possible-health-risk