Sun Sprouts recalls alfalfa sprouts packaged in specific containers due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check lot numbers and dates to determine if their product is affected.
Alfalfa sprouts have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Sun Sprouts is recalling alfalfa sprouts that may be contaminated with Salmonella. This poses a risk of foodborne illness, especially for vulnerable individuals like young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/12032-sun-sprouts-alfalfa-sprouts-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/12032-sun-sprouts-alfalfa-sprouts-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0290-2023
“Sun Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts Recall: Salmonella Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/12032-sun-sprouts-alfalfa-sprouts-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall F-0290-2023 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0290-2023%22&limit=1).
Alfalfa sprouts can carry Salmonella bacteria, which may cause food poisoning. This risk is higher for individuals with compromised immune systems, young children, and the elderly.
People who purchased Sun Sprouts alfalfa sprouts in the specified containers and lot numbers are affected. Those with weakened immune systems or young children are at higher risk of foodborne illness.
Check the product for containers labeled '4 oz plastic clamshell', '6/4 oz', or '12/4 oz per case'. Look for lot numbers 4211, 5211, 3212, or 4212 with specific sell-by dates.
Look for lot numbers 4211, 5211, 3212, or 4212 with sell-by dates between December 10, 2022, and January 7, 2023.
The product may be contaminated with Salmonella, so it is not safe to eat. Check the lot numbers and dates to determine if your product is affected.
Check the product for containers labeled '4 oz plastic clamshell', '6/4 oz', or '12/4 oz per case' with lot numbers 4211, 5211, 3212, or 4212 and specific sell-by dates.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check the product details and contact Sun Sprouts for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sun Sprouts to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0290-2023 — Sun Sprouts Sun Sprouts Hello, I own a Sun Sprouts that is covered by recall F-0290-2023 from Sun Sprouts. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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