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Food recall · FDA · Published October 27, 2020

Vitamin Cottage Natural Foods Market, Inc DBA Natural Grocers recalls Natural Grocers, Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. (113g), plastic bag, UPC 0-0082-00304-3

Natural Grocers recalls elderberry products due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should check product codes and follow safety steps.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0126-2021FoodNatural Grocers ›
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Recalling firmVitamin Cottage Natural Foods Market, Inc DBA Natural Grocers12612 W Alameda Pkwy, N/A · Lakewood, CO 80228-2824
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What happened, in plain English

Natural Grocers is recalling elderberry products that may contain Salmonella. This contamination could cause foodborne illness if eaten. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/15047-natural-grocers-elderberries-whole-organic-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/15047-natural-grocers-elderberries-whole-organic-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0126-2021

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“Natural Grocers Elderberries Whole Organic Recall: Salmonella Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/15047-natural-grocers-elderberries-whole-organic-recall-salmonella-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0126-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0126-2021%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. If the elderberries are contaminated, eating them could lead to stomach illness, fever, and diarrhea.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Natural Grocers Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. products with the listed UPC codes. Children and elderly are at slightly higher risk due to potential illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Elderberries Whole Organic', 4 oz. (113g) plastic bag, and UPC 0-0082-00304-3. Products were sold between 20-216 to 20-281.

  • Brand
    Natural Grocers
  • Product
    Natural Grocers, Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. (113g), plastic bag, UPC 0-0082-00304-3
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Details

    Look for the UPC code 0-0082-00304-3 on the product packaging.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to eat?

The recall states potential Salmonella contamination, so it is not safe to consume without following the recall steps.

How can I get a refund?

The recall record does not mention refunds or returns.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Natural Grocers directly for guidance.

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Contact Natural Grocers

We’ve drafted a message you can send Natural Grocers to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0126-2021 — Natural Grocers Natural Grocers, Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. (113g), plastic bag, UPC 0-0082-

Hello,

I own a Natural Grocers, Elderberries Whole Organic, 4 oz. (113g), plastic bag, UPC 0-0082-00304-3 that is covered by recall F-0126-2021 from Natural Grocers.

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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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0126-2021 (October 27, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0126-2021 to see it in context.
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