Severity
Critical
CriticalClass ITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported February 18, 2015
Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 0.8 lb., sold under brand Kkot Saem Winter Blossom Bean Sprouts brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with blue letters on white background. English and Korea letters on front of bag. The UPC is 1 80036 83737 2. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 2 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with no label. The UPC is 0 94922 55334 8. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 5 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is package
Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts recalled Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 0.8 lb., sold under brand Kkot Saem Winter Blossom Bean Sprout… - a critical-severity action.
Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 0.8 lb., sold under brand Kkot Saem Winter Blossom Bean Sprout… was recalled by Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts in February 18, 2015. Reason: Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1026-2015 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts issued this critical-severity FDA Food recall-Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes..
- Critical
- severity level
- Class I
- classification
- February 18, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1026-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1026-2015) was formally reported on February 18, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 19, 2014. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Spanaway, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as total 3896 lbs..
The documented reason for this recall is: Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed in Oregon and Washington. 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.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,416 food recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
total 3896 lbs.
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 0.8 lb., sold under brand Kkot Saem Winter Blossom Bean Sprouts brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with blue letters on white background. English and Korea letters on front of bag. The UPC is 1 80036 83737 2. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 2 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with no label. The UPC is 0 94922 55334 8. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 5 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with no label. The is no UPC for this product. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 10 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with orange and blue labeling in Korean and English on white background. . The UPC is 0 94922 55331 7.
Reason for recall
Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1026-2015 |
| Date reported | February 18, 2015 |
| Date initiated | December 19, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts |
| Firm location | Spanaway, WA |
| Affected scope | total 3896 lbs. |
| Distribution | Distributed in Oregon and Washington |
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.
- Check the recall number (F-1026-2015) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
- This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. 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? ▼
Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 0.8 lb., sold under brand Kkot Saem Winter Blossom Bean Sprouts brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with blue letters on white background. English and Korea letters on front of bag. The UPC is 1 80036 83737 2. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 2 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with no label. The UPC is 0 94922 55334 8. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 5 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with no label. The is no UPC for this product. Mungbean Sprouts, net wt. 10 lbs., sold under brand Kkot Saem brand. Product is packaged in clear plastic bag with orange and blue labeling in Korean and English on white background. . The UPC is 0 94922 55331 7.. Recalled by Kkot Saem Bean Sprouts. Units affected: total 3896 lbs..
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Mungbean Sprouts are recalled because finished product was tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on February 18, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: F-1026-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distributed in Oregon and Washington.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1026-2015) 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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