The outbreak has so far resulted in 11 reported illnesses across 10 states
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local health agencies, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Anatum infections linked to Deep-brand frozen sprouted mat (moth) beans and moong (mung) beans.
The outbreak has so far resulted in 11 reported illnesses across 10 states, with symptom onset dates ranging from October 22, 2024, to June 24, 2025. Four individuals have been hospitalised. No deaths have been reported at this time.
The investigation was prompted by routine product sampling conducted by the FDA in May 2025, which identified the presence of Salmonella in samples of Deep-brand frozen sprouted mat and moong beans. Whole genome sequencing (WGS) analysis confirmed that the Salmonella strain in the tested samples matched the outbreak strain identified in affected individuals.
According to CDC data, at least four out of six individuals with available information reported having consumed or likely consumed the recalled products before falling ill.
In response to the findings, Chetak LLC Group, the distributor of the affected products, has voluntarily initiated a nationwide recall. The recall includes:
Deep-brand Sprouted Mat (Moth) Beans, 1 LB (454 g) packages
Deep-brand Sprouted Moong (Mung) Beans, 1 LB (454 g) packages
Lot codes affected (printed on the back side of the packaging):
IN 24330, IN 25072, IN 25108, IN 24353, IN 25171, IN 24297, IN 25058, IN 25078, IN 24291, IN 25107, IN 24354, IN 24292
While Chetak LLC has reported no direct consumer illness complaints, FDA and CDC investigations have conclusively linked the recalled products to the outbreak using both laboratory evidence and epidemiological data.
The production and distribution of the affected items have been suspended while the investigation continues. FDA urges consumers who have purchased these products to check the lot codes and dispose of any recalled packages immediately.
