Enoki Mushroom Lawsuit

After a deadly outbreak of Listeria, many companies recalled Enoki Mushrooms due to a risk of Listeria contamination.

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UPDATE: Enoki Mushrooms Linked to Listeria Outbreak

In November 2022, health officials reported that they were investigating an outbreak of Listeria illnesses from Enoki Mushrooms.

Two people were hospitalized due to severe Listeria infections, with 1 person in Michigan and 1 person in Nevada. More illnesses may have not been reported, according to the CDC.

On November 17, Green Day Produce Inc. announced a recall for 200g/7.05-oz. clear plastic packages of Enoki Mushrooms after a product tested positive for Listeria, according to health officials in Michigan.

2023 Enoki Mushroom Recalls

Jan Fruits (200g/7.05oz packages of ENOKI MUSHROOM (Product of Taiwan) – “Taiwan Best Quality Enoki Natural Mushroom, Manufacturer: Changhua County Mushrooms Production Cooperative
Utopia Foods (expanded recall) – Enoki Mushrooms

2022 Enoki Mushroom Recalls

Concord Farms Recalls Enoki Mushrooms

In February 2022, Concord Farms recalled 5.25oz (150g) enoki mushrooms, Lot #045633 grown in Korea, due to a risk of Listeria contamination. No illnesses were reported, but a product tested positive for Listeria, according to health officials in California.

Jan Fruits Recalls Enoki Mushrooms for Listeria Risk

In February 2022, Jan Fruits Inc. recalled all its cases of its 200g/7.05oz packages of ENOKI MUSHROOM (Product of Taiwan) due to a risk of contamination with Listeria bacteria. No illnesses were reported. The recall was issued after a package tested positive for Listeria, according to health officials in California.

Conah Organic Enoki Mushroom Recall

On May 28, 2021, Marquis Worldwide Specialty Inc. recalled all 200-gram packages of Conah Organic Enoki Mushrooms due to a risk of Listeria. No illnesses were reported.

Rainfield Enoki Mushroom Recall

On May 28, 2021, Rainfield Marketing Group recalled all 150-gram packages of Enoki Mushrooms (Product of Korea) due to a risk of Listeria. No illnesses were reported.

Concord Farms Enoki Mushroom Recall

On May 28, 2021, Concord Farms recalled all 150-gram and 200-gram packages of Concord Farms Fresh Enoki Mushrooms due to a risk of Listeria. No illnesses were reported.

Guan’s Seafood Mushroom Recall

On May 28, California Terra Garden Inc. recalled all 150-gram packages of Guan’s Seafood Mushroom (Product of China) after a 150-gram package tested positive for Listeria during a routine test by the California Health Department. No illnesses were reported.

Golden Medal Mushroom Inc. Recalls Enoki Mushrooms

On April 22, 2021, Golden Medal Mushroom Inc. recalled all cases of 200-g/7.05-oz. Enoki Mushrooms (Product of Korea) after a product tested positive for Listeria contamination in testing by health officials in Michigan. The recalled enoki mushrooms were distributed nationwide through distributors and wholesalers in California, Illinois, and Texas. No illnesses were reported.

2021 UPDATE: Guan’s Mushroom Co. Recalls Enoki Mushrooms Again for Listeria Risk

On April 20, 2021, Guan’s Mushroom Co. recalled all cases of 200-g (7.05-oz) Enoki Mushrooms from China due to a risk of Listeria contamination. No illnesses were reported. The contamination was discovered during routine testing by health officials in Michigan.

Spring 2020: Enoki Mushrooms Linked to Deadly Listeria Outbreak

In spring 2020, health officials reported that at least 4 people died and 36 were infected with Listeria after eating enoki mushrooms from Korea between November 2016 and December 2019.

H&C Food Inc. Recalls Enoki Mushrooms from Korea

On April 7, 2020, H&C Foods Inc. of Brooklyn, NY, recalled enoki mushrooms from Korea due to a risk of Listeria contamination. The mushrooms were sold in New York, Maryland and Virginia through Great Wall Supermarket between February 15th, 2020 and March 5th, 2020. The company name “H&C Food Inc.” can be found on the back of the 7-ounce clear plastic package with a green label.

FDA Warns High-Risk People Not to Eat Enoki Mushrooms from Korea

On March 27, 2020, the FDA warned high-risk people not to eat ANY enoki mushrooms from Korea, including mushrooms that have not been recalled, due to an increased risk of Listeria illness. High-risk people include elderly adults, people with weak immune systems or chronic diseases, pregnant women, and babies.

Guan’s Recalls Enoki Mushrooms After Positive Test for Listeria

On March 23, 2020, Guan’s Mushroom Co. recalled all 200-gram clear plastic packages of Enoki Mushrooms (Product of Korea) after a bag tested positive for Listeria in testing by the state of California. The product was distributed to stores in California, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Enoki Mushrooms

Enoki mushrooms from Korea were linked to a deadly outbreak of Listeria in 17 states. The outbreak has infected at least 36 people, including 4 people who died in California, Hawaii, and New Jersey. The victims include 6 pregnant women, two of whom suffered a fetal loss, according to the CDC.

Sun Hong Foods Recalls Enoki Mushrooms

In March 2020, Sun Hong Foods Inc. recalled enoki mushrooms after a product tested by health officials in Michigan tested positive for Listeria.

The recall involves enoki mushrooms that were imported from Korea and sold at Asian supermarkets, such as J&L Supermarket, Jusgo Supermarket, ZTao Market, New Sang Supermarket, and Galleria Market in California, Texas, Oregon, Washington, Illinois, and Florida.

CDC Warns High-Risk People to Avoid Enoki Mushrooms from Korea

The recall by Sun Hong Foods does not account for all of the illnesses linked to enoki mushrooms, according to the CDC. Other enoki mushrooms that have yet been recalled may also be contaminated.

Therefore, the CDC is warning all high-risk people to avoid eating enoki mushrooms labeled as a “Product of Korea” until investigators find the source of the outbreak and identify other distributors.

People at high risk of a Listeria illness include pregnant women, adults 65 or older, and people with weak immune systems.

Signs & Symptoms of a Listeria Infection

The symptoms of a Listeria infection usually take 1 to 4 weeks to appear, but they can occur in as little as 1 day or as long as 70 days. Pregnant women typically experience only fever, flu-like symptoms, fatigue and muscle aches. Non-pregnant people may experience symptoms including a headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions in addition to fever and muscle aches.

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