CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Jul 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Sprout Salad: Alfalfa, Peas, Garbanzo, Adzuki, Lentil recalled
Banner Mountain Sprouts is recalling Banner Mountain Sprouts, distributed in California. The recall was initiated on 26 Jun 2012 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-1762-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62423
- Recalling firm
- Banner Mountain Sprouts, Sacramento, CA
- Brand
- Banner Mountain
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 26 Jun 2012
- FDA classified
- 12 Jul 2012
- Reported
- 18 Jul 2012
- 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
- Salad Kits
Timeline
| 26 Jun 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 12 Jul 2012 | Classified by FDA | +16 days |
| 18 Jul 2012 | 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
USDA MDP Sampling found a positive result for Salmonella in Alfalfa Sprouts grown by Banner Mountain Sprouts.
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
Banner Mountain Sprouts; Sprout Salad: Alfalfa, Peas, Garbanzo, Adzuki, Lentil, Clover, Radish; California Certified Organic Sprouts. 100% certified organic seeds used. Sacramento, Ca 95820. Net Wt. 4 oz; Rinse and Eat; Perishable, Keep refrigerated. UPC 4 oz size: 0- 96911 72846 1;
Where it was distributed
CA
Questions about this recall
Is Sprout Salad: Alfalfa, Peas, Garbanzo, Adzuki, Lentil, Clover, Radish recalled?
Yes. Banner Mountain Sprouts recalled Sprout Salad: Alfalfa, Peas, Garbanzo, Adzuki, Lentil, Clover, Radish on 26 Jun 2012. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-1762-2012.
Why was it recalled?
USDA MDP Sampling found a positive result for Salmonella in Alfalfa Sprouts grown by Banner Mountain Sprouts.
Which lots are affected?
Sell By dates of 6/17/12 to 7/6/2012.
Where was it sold?
CA
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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