Walmart Great Value organic black chia seeds recall announced due to potential salmonella

Great Value recall overview: 

• Who: Natural Sourcing International recalled one lot of its 32-ounce Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds sold at Walmart stores​​. 
• Why: The chia seeds potentially contain salmonella.
• Where: The chia seed recall is valid across the United States.

Natural Sourcing International is recalling one lot of its 32-ounce Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds sold at Walmart stores due to potential salmonella contamination.

The chia seed recall includes products with a lot code of 24095 C018, expiration date of Oct. 30, 2026, and a Universal Product Code of 078742300665.

The Walmart recall can be identified by the main label on the pouch and a lot number printed on the bottom of the package’s back panel.

Salmonella bacteria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and those with weakened immune systems. It can cause fever, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain in healthy persons, the recall says.

On rare occasions, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and lead to severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis, according to the Walmart recall.

Contact company for replacement chia seeds, recall says

Natural Sourcing International says it has not received any reports of illness related to the recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

Consumers should discard the chia seeds and contact National Sourcing International for a replacement by calling customer service at 818-405-9705 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or emailing the company at customerservice@organically-simple.com.

A limited amount of Great Value Honey Roasted Cashews distributed to stores in 30 states were part of an allergy recall for undeclared coconut and milk in March.

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