FDA Recall: Natural Grocers 2 pound Mung Beans for Possible foreign material contamination with glass
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FDA Recall: Natural Grocers 2 pound Mung Beans for Possible foreign material contamination with glass

Natural Grocers • October 22, 2026

Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans Recall: Glass Fragment Hazard

Important consumer alert: Natural Grocers has voluntarily recalled its Organic 2-pound Mung Beans because fragments of glass were reported in some packages. If you purchased this product, stop using it immediately, verify the lot code, and return it to any Natural Grocers location for a full refund or store credit.

Natural Grocers Mung Beans Recall Details

  • Brand / Product: Natural Grocers Brand Organic Mung Beans (2-lb clear plastic bag)
  • UPC: 000080112600
  • Pack-date codes (lower-left front corner): 26-160, 26-173, 26-196, 26-224, 26-258
  • Distribution: Stores in 22 states (AR, AZ, CO, IA, ID, KS, LA, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WI, WY)
  • Hazard: Potential presence of sharp glass fragments
  • Recall announced: 2026-10-22 by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

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Health Risk: Why Are the Beans Being Recalled?

Glass shards can break teeth, lacerate the mouth or throat, and cause serious internal injuries. Although no injuries had been reported at the time of the notice, Natural Grocers and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the recall as a precaution.

What Consumers Should Do Now

  1. Inspect your pantry: Locate any 2-lb Organic Mung Beans with the UPC and pack-date codes listed above.
  2. Do not cook, sprout, or eat them. Even tiny glass shards pose a threat.
  3. Return or dispose: Bring the product (or receipt) to any Natural Grocers store for a full refund or safely discard it at home.
  4. Contact the company: Phone 303-226-1434 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. MT) or email media@naturalgrocers.com.

Affected Lot Codes & U.S. Distribution

Shipments began 2026-06-10 and reached 22 states in the West, Midwest, and Southwest. Only the following five-digit pack-date codes are included:

  • 26-160
  • 26-173
  • 26-196
  • 26-224
  • 26-258

Company Statement

“This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the FDA and out of an abundance of caution,” the Lakewood, Colorado–based retailer said.

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Front label of Natural Grocers Organic 2-Pound Mung Beans showing pack-date location
Source: FDA

Natural Grocers Recall FAQ

Why were Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans recalled?

The product may contain sharp glass fragments that could cause serious injuries if consumed.

How do I identify the recalled Natural Grocers Organic 2-lb Mung Beans?

Look for clear 2-lb bags labeled “Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans,” UPC 000080112600, and any of the pack-date codes 26-160, 26-173, 26-196, 26-224, or 26-258.

Were Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans sold nationwide?

No. They were shipped only to Natural Grocers stores in 22 states listed above.

Have any injuries been reported from Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans?

As of the October 22 2026 recall notice, no injuries or illnesses had been reported.

Can I get a refund for Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans?

Yes. Return the product (or your receipt) to any Natural Grocers location for a full refund or store credit, or discard it safely at home.

Is it safe to sprout Natural Grocers Organic Mung Beans if I rinse them thoroughly?

No. Rinsing or cooking will not remove glass fragments. Do not consume the recalled beans in any form.

What is the best way to contact Natural Grocers about the Organic Mung Beans recall?

Call 303-226-1434 during business hours or email media@naturalgrocers.com for assistance.

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