PlainRecalls
FDA Food Critical Class I Terminated

Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber in 1 and 2 lb bags, UPC 8 90523 00072 0 and 8 90523 00084 3

Reported: March 4, 2020 Initiated: January 29, 2020 #F-0755-2020

Product Description

Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber in 1 and 2 lb bags, UPC 8 90523 00072 0 and 8 90523 00084 3

Reason for Recall

FDA sampling of senna leaves powder, an ingredient used to manufacture the Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber (powder) and Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber (capsules), tested positive for three types of Salmonella including Salmonella Gaminara, Salmonella Kentucky, and Salmonella Oranienburg.

Details

Units Affected
20511 bags
Distribution
Nopalina Flax Seed products are distributed throughout the United States and Puerto Rico via retail stores and the companys web site https://www.nopalinaonline.com/
Location
Waukegan, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber in 1 and 2 lb bags, UPC 8 90523 00072 0 and 8 90523 00084 3. Recalled by Salud Natural Entrepreneur, Inc.. Units affected: 20511 bags.
Why was this product recalled?
FDA sampling of senna leaves powder, an ingredient used to manufacture the Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber (powder) and Nopalina Flax Seed Fiber (capsules), tested positive for three types of Salmonella including Salmonella Gaminara, Salmonella Kentucky, and Salmonella Oranienburg.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 4, 2020. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-0755-2020.