CLASS I Food recall · Reported 21 Sep 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Living Alfalfa Sprouts recalled by Sprouts Extraordinaire
Sprouts Extraordinaire is recalling Living Alfalfa Sprouts, distributed in 9 states. The recall was initiated on 5 Aug 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-2010-2016
- FDA event ID
- 74882
- Recalling firm
- Sprouts Extraordinaire, Denver, CO
- Brand
- Living Alfalfa
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 Aug 2016
- FDA classified
- 9 Sep 2016
- Reported
- 21 Sep 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Salmonella
- Product category
- Sprouts
Timeline
| 5 Aug 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Sep 2016 | Classified by FDA | +35 days |
| 21 Sep 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Sprouts Extraordinaire, LLC is recalling 5 lb Living Alfalfa Sprout cases due to the potential for Salmonella contamination.
Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.
Product as listed by the FDA
5 lb Living Alfalfa Sprouts. One package per case. Distributed by and/or Manufactured by Astec Ltd. dba Sprouts Extraordinaire
Where it was distributed
The company currently distributes this product to its customers in Colorado. They in turn potentially distribute to Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, Wyoming and Wisconsin. No foreign, VA/govt/Military consignees.
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Questions about this recall
Is Living Alfalfa Sprouts recalled?
Yes. Sprouts Extraordinaire recalled Living Alfalfa Sprouts on 5 Aug 2016. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-2010-2016.
Why was it recalled?
Sprouts Extraordinaire, LLC is recalling 5 lb Living Alfalfa Sprout cases due to the potential for Salmonella contamination.
Which lots are affected?
Expiration dates: 07/05/16, 07/12/16, 07/18/16, 07/19/16, 07/26/16.
Where was it sold?
The company currently distributes this product to its customers in Colorado. They in turn potentially distribute to Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Texas, Wyoming and Wisconsin. No foreign, VA/govt/Military consignees.
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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