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FDA Food recall · Reported March 11, 2020

Natural Grocers Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, packaged in glass jars with metal lids and a plastic shrink seal, 32 oz. (946 mL), UPC# 849327-000375, Vitamin Cottage Natural Foods Markets (dba Natural Grocers) Lakewood, CO 80228. 12 units (jars)/case in cardboard box.

Product tested high for mold.

Recall #
F-0776-2020
Affected scope
5220 units / 435 cases
Initiated
February 7, 2020
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Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. recalled Natural Grocers Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, packaged in glass jars with metal lids … - a moderate-severity action.

Natural Grocers Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, packaged in glass jars with metal lids … was recalled by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. in March 11, 2020. Reason: Product tested high for mold.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0776-2020 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Product tested high for mold..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
March 11, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0776-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0776-2020) was formally reported on March 11, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 7, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Golden, CO. Federal records list the affected scope as 5220 units / 435 cases.

The documented reason for this recall is: Product tested high for mold. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: 157 Natural Grocers' stores in AR, AZ, CO, IA, ID, KS, LA, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

5220 units / 435 cases

Related Recalls

6

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Product description

Natural Grocers Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, packaged in glass jars with metal lids and a plastic shrink seal, 32 oz. (946 mL), UPC# 849327-000375, Vitamin Cottage Natural Foods Markets (dba Natural Grocers) Lakewood, CO 80228. 12 units (jars)/case in cardboard box.

Reason for recall

Product tested high for mold.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0776-2020
Date reported March 11, 2020
Date initiated February 7, 2020
Recalling firm Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.
Firm location Golden, CO
Affected scope 5220 units / 435 cases
Distribution 157 Natural Grocers' stores in AR, AZ, CO, IA, ID, KS, LA, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Natural Grocers Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, packaged in glass jars with metal lids and a plastic shrink seal, 32 oz. (946 mL), UPC# 849327-000375, Vitamin Cottage Natural Foods Markets (dba Natural Grocers) Lakewood, CO 80228. 12 units (jars)/case in cardboard box.. Recalled by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.. Units affected: 5220 units / 435 cases.
Why was this product recalled?
Product tested high for mold.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on March 11, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-0776-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: 157 Natural Grocers' stores in AR, AZ, CO, IA, ID, KS, LA, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0776-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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