Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods, Inc. recalls Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas, sold under brand Bob's Red Mills, packaged into 25 oz Form & Fill Package or 25 oz Standup
Bob's Red Mills recalls 25oz garbanzo beans and chickpeas due to potential glyphosate contamination. Consumers should avoid using these products to prevent exposure to the herbicide.
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What happened, in plain English
Bob's Red Mills is recalling 25-ounce garbanzo beans and chickpeas that may contain glyphosate. This herbicide poses a health risk if consumed, so affected consumers should stop using the product. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/15995-bob-s-red-mills-garbanzo-beans-recall-glyphosate-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/15995-bob-s-red-mills-garbanzo-beans-recall-glyphosate-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0522-2020
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“Bob's Red Mills Garbanzo Beans Recall: Glyphosate Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/15995-bob-s-red-mills-garbanzo-beans-recall-glyphosate-risk. Based on FDA recall #F-0522-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0522-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Glyphosate is a common herbicide that can be harmful if ingested in large amounts. The product may contain traces of this chemical, which could cause health issues if consumed.
Who’s affected
Anyone who purchased Bob's Red Mills 25-ounce garbanzo beans or chickpeas packaged in Form & Fill or Standup containers between the specified dates. People with higher exposure risks, such as those with compromised immune systems, may be at greater risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 25 oz Form & Fill packages with UPC 039978004222 or 25 oz Standup packages with UPC 039978114228 and specific manufacturing codes and best-by dates listed in the recall notice.
- Brand
Bob's Red Mills- Product
Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas, sold under brand Bob's Red Mills, packaged into 25 oz Form & Fill Package or 25 oz Standup- Category
Food
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class III- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Garbanzo Beans were distributed in CA, CT, FL, OR, and TX and in PHILIPPINES and SINGAPORE. The 13 Bean Soup Mix was distributed in CA, FL, MD, MI, ND, NH, NY, OR, TX, VT, WA and in CANADA, HONG KONG, PHILIPPINES, and SINGAPORE.
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| F-0521-2020 | 13 Bean Soup Mix is sold under Bob's Red Mill brand, packaged in Form & Fill (29 oz. and 822 gram), Standup Pouch (29 oz.), and Bulk Bags (25 lbs.) Product has the following UPC: UPC: 039978122513 UPC: 039978002518 UPC: 039978102515 (25 lb. bag) UPC: 039978302519 (distributed in Canada); Mfg: 1505C294, Lot 290303, BEST BY 19 NOV 2021 Mfg: 1505C294, Lot 290921, BEST BY 05 DEC 2021 Mfg: 1505S294, Lot 291028, BEST BY 14 DEC 2021 Mfg: 1505B25, Lot 290618, BEST BY 16 DEC 2021 Mfg: 1505C822G4CA, Lot 291026, BEST BY 2021 DE 05 (means December 5, 2021) | 7328 cases (4 pack/case) and 111 bags (25 lbs./bag) |
| F-0522-2020 | Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas, sold under brand Bob's Red Mills, packaged into 25 oz Form & Fill Package or 25 oz Standup Package. 25 oz Form & Fill Package Package has UPC 039978004222. 25 oz Standup Package has UPC 039978114228; Mfg Code: 1641C254 Lot Code 290990, Best by date: 05 DEC 2021. Mfg Code: 1641S254 Lot Code 291746, Best by date: 01 JAN 2022. | total 354 cases (4 packs per case) |
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Now
Immediately stop using the recalled garbanzo beans or chickpeas to avoid potential exposure to glyphosate.
Questions people ask
Is glyphosate safe to eat?
The recall states that the product may contain glyphosate, which can be harmful if consumed in large amounts. The official notice does not specify safe consumption levels.
What should I do with the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a disposal method, but you should stop using the product and avoid consuming it.
How can I check if my product is recalled?
Check the UPC codes: 039978004222 for Form & Fill packages or 039978114228 for Standup packages with the specific manufacturing codes and best-by dates listed in the recall notice.
Contact Bob's Red Mills
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bob's Red Mills to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0522-2020 — Bob's Red Mills Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas, sold under brand Bob's Red Mills, packaged into 25 oz Hello, I own a Garbanzo Beans or Chickpeas, sold under brand Bob's Red Mills, packaged into 25 oz Form & Fill Package or 25 oz Standup that is covered by recall F-0522-2020 from Bob's Red Mills. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #F-0522-2020 (January 10, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0522-2020 to see it in context.
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