Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc., which operates Natural Grocers, is recalling its Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans in 2-pound bags because they may contain sharp glass fragments. The company announced the recall on October 22, 2026, and the FDA says it is being made with the agency's knowledge. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date.
What's Being Recalled?
The recalled product is Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, sold in 2-pound clear plastic bags. The pack date is printed in the lower left corner of the label. The affected lots began shipping on June 10, 2026, and may have reached Natural Grocers 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 and WY. The affected products and pack dates are:
- Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, 2 lb bag, UPC 000080112600, Pack date 26-160
- Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, 2 lb bag, UPC 000080112600, Pack date 26-173
- Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, 2 lb bag, UPC 000080112600, Pack date 26-196
- Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, 2 lb bag, UPC 000080112600, Pack date 26-224
- Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Mung Beans, 2 lb bag, UPC 000080112600, Pack date 26-258
Why Was This Product Recalled?
The recall began after customers complained about sharp glass fragments in the beans. The FDA says swallowing glass may cause injury, including damage to teeth, laceration of the mouth and throat, or perforation of the intestine.
What Should You Do?
Stop using the product immediately. Check the lower left corner of the label for the pack date and compare it to the list above. You can discard the beans or return them to a Natural Grocers store for a full refund or credit. Questions can be directed to the company at 303-226-1434, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Mountain time, or at media@naturalgrocers.com. The FDA says it does not endorse the product or the company.
