Blessed thistle herb c/s, Centaurea benedicus, Not for use during pregnancy, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags

AmeriHerb International INC recalled Blessed thistle herb c/s, Centaurea benedicus, Not for use during pregnancy, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Apr 24, 2019.

The recall was triggered by possible E. coli contamination: "Dried spice and herb products potentially contaminated with generic E. coli." Shiga toxin-producing E. coli can cause severe cramps and bloody diarrhea, and in serious cases can lead to kidney damage.

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Customers nationwide (including Puerto Rico). Foreign distribution to Canada," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Ames, IA. The recall covers 108 lbs of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported May 22, 2019), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.