There’s an active recall on chia seeds sold nationwide, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to a potential Salmonella contamination.
The recall is affecting 8-ounce pouches of Navitas Organics’ Organic Chia Seeds sold at retail locations like Whole Foods Market as well as through online retailers, including Amazon. The recalled products have a UPC of 858847000284 and one of the following lot code and best-if-used-by date combinations listed below:
Lot Code
Best-By Date
W31025283
End APR 2027
W31025286
End APR 2027
W31025287
End APR 2027
W31025311
End MAY 2027
W31025314
End MAY 2027
W31025315
End MAY 2027
W31025316
End MAY 2027
W31025317
End MAY 2027
Check your pantry, and if you have the recalled chia seeds on hand, dispose of them or return to your place of purchase for a refund. This recall is a result of an international recall due to a shared supplier, and it expands to Canadian chia seed product Left Coast Organics’ Organic Chia Seeds, sold in 900-gram bags at retail locations throughout Canada.
Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) can be severe for sensitive groups, including immunocompromised individuals, those age 65 or older, young children and for those who are pregnant. If you are showing symptoms of foodborne illness like stomach cramps, headache, nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea, contact a healthcare provider immediately.
For questions about this recall, contact the company at 855-215-5702 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.
