The FDA has declared an outbreak of Salmonella Richmond traced to organic moringa leaf powder sold at Sam’s club stores to be over.
There were 11 confirmed patients from seven states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from May 12 to Sept. 4. Three of the patients had to be hospitalized, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The Member’s Mark brand product was imported to the United States from Johdpur, India, by Vallon Farmdirect PVT Ltd. The recalled product was also sold under the brand name Food to Live, as well as in unbranded packages.
The product was also available on third-party e-commerce platforms, including Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target, Etsy, and eBay. In addition, bulk quantities from the affected lot were sold to food manufacturers and other businesses through Food To Live’s wholesale division.
All organic moringa leaf powder purchased after June 5 is included in the recalls. Refer to the recall announcement for additional information.
Although the recalled products should no longer be on sale, there is concern that consumers may have unused portions in their homes because of the long shelf life, which stretches into November 2027.
As part of the outbreak investigation, the FDA and state partners collected product samples for laboratory analysis. Opened samples from consumers’ homes tested positive for the outbreak strain of Salmonella. Also, unopened samples collected in Michigan and tested by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services were positive for the Salmonella.
