Gaia Ethnobotanical recalls Red MD Kratom powder due to FDA-confirmed salmonella contamination. Consumers should stop using affected packages immediately.
Microbal Contamination of Non-Sterile Product; FDA analysis found salmonella contamination
Gaia Ethnobotanical is recalling Red MD Kratom powder products because FDA testing found salmonella contamination. This poses a health risk as salmonella can cause serious illness.
Salmonella bacteria can cause severe food poisoning, including fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. The contamination was detected by FDA analysis in the product, meaning the powder may contain harmful bacteria that could make users sick.
Anyone who purchased Gaia Ethnobotanical's Red MD Kratom powder (1oz, 250g, or 1kg packages) from their website or other retailers. People using the product for medicinal purposes are at higher risk due to the contamination.
Check for the product name 'Gaia Kratom Red MD', and package sizes of 1oz, 250g, or 1kg. The affected items were sold online through Gaia Ethnobotanical.com with lot number 0102031800.
Immediately stop using any Gaia Kratom Red MD powder products that were purchased from Gaia Ethnobotanical.com with lot number 0102031800.
No, the FDA found salmonella contamination in this product, which can cause serious illness. Do not use the affected items.
Check for the product name 'Gaia Kratom Red MD' and package sizes of 1oz, 250g, or 1kg. The affected items were sold with lot number 0102031800 on Gaia Ethnobotanical.com.
Immediately stop using it and contact Gaia Ethnobotanical for guidance on disposal or refunds.
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Subject: Recall D-1010-2018 — Gaia Gaia Hello, I own a Gaia that is covered by recall D-1010-2018 from Gaia. 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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