CLASS II Food recall · Reported 31 Aug 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report

Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Bob's Red Mill recalled

Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods is recalling Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Bob's Red Mill, distributed in 17 states. The recall was initiated on 22 Jul 2022 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesRETAIL Pouch (24oz): Mfg: 6000S244 Lot code: 319825 Best By: 27 APR 2024 Mfg: 6000S244 Lot code: 322372 Best By: 11 JUN 2024 BULK Bag (25lb): Mfg: 6000B25 Lot code: 320968 Best by: 06 MAY 2024

Quantity recalled4,424.5 cases (4/24 oz. pouches per case); 26 bags (25 lbs. per bag)

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-1580-2022
FDA event ID: 90656
Recalling firm: Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Milwaukie, OR
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 22 Jul 2022
FDA classified: 25 Aug 2022
Reported: 31 Aug 2022
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: Cereal

Timeline

22 Jul 2022	Recall initiated by company
25 Aug 2022	Classified by FDA	+34 days
31 Aug 2022	Published in enforcement report	+6 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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

Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Bob's Red Mill brand, packaged in Standup Pouch (24oz). Each case consists of 4/24 oz. pouches. RETAIL Pouch UPC 0 39978 02910 2. RETAIL Case UPC 10039978029109. Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free, Organic Amaranth Grain, packaged in Kraft paper bulk bags (25 lbs). BULK bag UPC 0 39978 10910 1. The RETAIL label is read in parts: "***BASIC COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: Pifaf: Bring 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 tsp salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup amaranth, reduce heat and simmer, covered until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes***Cereal: Bring 2 1/2 cups water and 1/2 tsp salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add 1 cup amaranth, reduce heat and simmer, covered until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes***". The BULK label is read in parts: "***Basic Cooking Instructions: Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a pot. Add 1 cup amaranth. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed, about 20 minutes***".

Where it was distributed

Distributed in CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, and WA. Distributed in Philippines.

California Connecticut Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Kentucky Maryland North Carolina New Hampshire New Jersey Nevada New York Oregon Pennsylvania Texas Washington

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Which lots are affected?

RETAIL Pouch (24oz): Mfg: 6000S244 Lot code: 319825 Best By: 27 APR 2024 Mfg: 6000S244 Lot code: 322372 Best By: 11 JUN 2024 BULK Bag (25lb): Mfg: 6000B25 Lot code: 320968 Best by: 06 MAY 2024

Where was it sold?

Distributed in CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, and WA. Distributed in Philippines.

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 II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 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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