Natureen International Inc. Recalls Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5oz) Because of Possible Health Risk

Raleigh, N.C., Jan. 14, 2026 — Natureen International Inc. of Walnut, Calif., has recalled 244 bags of Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice (2.5 oz. per bag) because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause fever, diarrhea, vomiting and, in severe cases, bloodstream infections. Consumers should not eat the product and should stop using it immediately.

The recalled product is Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice, sold in clear 2.5‑ounce bags marked with lot code(s) XJ17 and expiration date EXP:20260417. The product has been distributed online and at select U.S. retailers and supermarkets through direct delivery from the Wei‑Chuan Chicago branch in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin, and have been sold since Sept. 15, 2025.

Consumers who purchased the identified packages are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of them safely; consumers seeking a replacement or refund may also contact Natureen International Inc. at [email protected] or by phone at 626‑961‑9813 (PT, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.) or Wei‑Chuan Chicago Office at 708‑352‑8886 ext. 5201 (CT, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.). Production has been suspended while FDA and the company investigate; no illnesses have been reported to date. For more information, consumers should consult the company or the FDA website.