Africa Imports recalls Organic Moringa Leaf Powder
Africa Imports started this recall on November 4, 2025. The FDA classified it as Class I, the most serious category: there is a reasonable chance that eating the product could cause serious health problems or death. The reason given is salmonella. It was distributed in 14 states. This recall is no longer considered active, but recalled products can stay in pantries and freezers for months.
- Status
- Closed / older
- Recall started
- November 4, 2025
- Closed
- January 9, 2026
- Company
- Africa Imports
- Classification
- Class I (serious health risk)
- Where sold
- Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia
- Quantity
- 31 sold of 1 kg box of Moringa powder- item # M-P697KG from the affected lot
Reason for recall (official wording)
Product tested positive for Salmonella.
Recalled product (official wording)
- Organic Moringa Leaf Powder (Moringa Powder) , 4 oz. and 1 Kilogram, 4 oz size in a solid plastic container / 1 kg size in a plastic bag in a box. Distributed by: Africa Imports, South Hackensack, NJ 07606
Distribution
The adulterated product was sold to the follwing States: IA, SC, NC, OH, NJ, VA, MS, CA, DC, TX, NY, MI, AZ, MN
What to do
Compare the brand, size, lot code and dates on your package with the details above. If they match, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store. Contact a healthcare provider if you feel unwell. Step-by-step guide.
Source: FDA Enforcement Report (openFDA), event 97929.