Moong Dal recalled over Salmonella contamination

Thal Golden Spices Inc. of Hayward, CA is recalling 64src Packs of Bikano Moong Dal because of potential Salmonella contamination.

According to Thal Golden Spices Inc., they discovered an oversight in the distribution process of one of their products. The product was released without proper lab results. The issue came to light during an FDA inspection when inspectors identified discrepancies in the batch numbers slated for destruction.

The recalled product was distributed in the state of California through retail stores.

About Salmonella infections

Food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria does not usually look, smell, or taste spoiled. However, anyone can become sick with a Salmonella infection. According to the CDC, infants, children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness because their immune systems are fragile.

Anyone who has eaten any recalled product and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctors about the possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria because special tests are necessary to diagnose salmonellosis. Salmonella infection symptoms can mimic other illnesses, frequently leading to misdiagnosis.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise, healthy adults are usually sick for four to seven days. In some cases, however, diarrhea may be so severe that patients require hospitalization.

Older adults, children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients, are more likely to develop severe illness and serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions.

Some people become infected without showing any symptoms. However, they may still spread the infection to others.

Recalled product: 

Brand Name: Bikano
Product Name: Moong Dal Plain

• Size: 35srcg
• Best Used By Date: June 25, 2src25 can be found on the bottom back side of the pack.

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported.

Consumers who have purchased Bikano Moong Dal 35srcg with the best used by date of June 25, 2src25, are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

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