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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIIRecall closedF-1860-2013/FDA enforcement
Global Juices & Fruits LLC·Food·Apr 26, 2013

Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa Distributed by Nature's Earthly Choice Eagle, Id 83616…

What you need to know

Class III

  • What happened

    Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa may contain sand and grit.

  • Health risk

    The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAMA, NYMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand nameGlobal Juices & Fruits LLC
Recalling firmGlobal Juices & Fruits LLCEagle, ID, United States
UPC / barcodes
8 97034 00226 78 97034 00202 1
Lot / date codes
  • a) Net wt 32 oz - UPC 897034002267 Item no. G511002267 Best Buy Date 2/11/14, 02/12/14, 02/13/14, 02/14/14 b) Net wt 4 lbs - UPC 897034002021 Item no. G5914202 - Best Buy Date 02/02/14
Distribution area
MANY

MA & NY

United States

Quantity affected2 lbs.- 26, 112 bags; 4 lbs.. - 1, 500 bags
Recall initiationFDA report date: September 4, 2013
FDA recall numberF-1860-2013

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Global Juices & Fruits LLC initiated this food recall on April 26, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa may contain sand and grit. The FDA report lists distribution as: MA & NY.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa may contain sand and grit.

Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa Distributed by Nature's Earthly Choice Eagle, Id 83616… was made or distributed by Global Juices & Fruits LLC in Eagle, ID, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1860-2013, dated September 4, 2013.

Why this is a Class III recall

Class III means the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.

FDA definition

The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. These recalls are often related to labeling or quality violations.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the UPC and lot code against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Product safety recall

Symptoms to watch for

The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.

Higher-risk groups

Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
  2. 2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
  3. 3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa Distributed by Nature's Earthly Choice Eagle, Id 83616… recall?

Global Juices & Fruits LLC recalled Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa Distributed by Nature's Earthly Choice Eagle, Id 83616… in an FDA Class III enforcement action reported as F-1860-2013. Nature's Earthly Choice Organic Quinoa may contain sand and grit.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.

Is the Global Juices & Fruits LLC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1860-2013. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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Record last synced from official openFDA enforcement data on November 14, 2026. Source record: official FDA notice.