Natureen International Inc. recalled 244 bags of Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice, 2.5 oz, over possible Salmonella contamination. Natureen announced the voluntary recall on July 8, 2025. The FDA posted it on July 9, 2025.
The affected bags carry lot # XJ17 and expiration code EXP:20260417. They went to retail stores and supermarkets in 11 states. Neither a lawsuit nor an MDL has been tied to the recall so far.
The recall is open. No illnesses have been reported. Return any bag from this lot to the place of purchase for a full refund. Anyone who ate the product and feels ill should seek medical care.
- Action type: Voluntary company recall posted by the FDA
- Announcement and initiation dates: Announced by the company July 8, 2025; posted by the FDA July 9, 2025
- Company and responsible agency: Natureen International Inc. (Walnut, CA), posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Recall or campaign number: Not stated in the notice
- Affected models, lots, UPCs, serial numbers, or VINs: Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice, 2.5 oz bag, lot # XJ17, EXP:20260417
- Number of affected units: 244 bags
- Sold at and sale period: Retail stores and supermarkets in 11 states; sale period and price not stated in the notice
- Hazard: Possible Salmonella contamination
- Reported incidents, injuries, illnesses, and deaths: No illnesses reported to date
- Remedy: Return the package for a full refund
Table Of Contents
Latest Black Dried Fungus Recall Updates
July 10, 2025: Hong Kong Posts a Notice of the Recall
Hong Kong’s Centre for Food Safety posted a notice of the U.S. recall on July 10, 2025 [1]. Its preliminary investigation did not identify local sale or import of the product.
Acquisition through online purchase or international travel cannot be excluded. The centre told consumers to discard the product and not consume it.
July 9, 2025: FDA Posts the Company Announcement
The FDA posted Natureen International’s recall on July 9, 2025, as a public service [2]. The agency says it does not endorse either the product or the company.
July 8, 2025: Natureen International Announces the Recall
Natureen International Inc. of Walnut, CA announced the recall on July 8, 2025. It covered one lot of Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice, 244 bags in all.
The company said the recall was made with the knowledge of the FDA. It urged anyone who bought the 2.5 oz packages to return them for a full refund.
Which Black Dried Fungus Are Affected?
The recall covers one product and one lot. Check your bag against these details:
- Product: Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice, 2.5 oz clear plastic bag
- Lot number: XJ17
- Expiration code: EXP:20260417, which reads April 17, 2026
- Quantity: 244 bags
- Where sold: retail stores and supermarkets, by direct delivery from the Wei-Chuan Chicago Branch
The bags went to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin. The lot number is printed at the bottom of the front of the package.
Why Was Black Dried Fungus Recalled?
Black Dried Fungus was recalled because the Wei-Chuan slices have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The California Department of Public Health notified the FDA that the product was contaminated with the bacteria.
The notice does not say how the contamination happened. Production of the product has been suspended while the FDA and the company continue their investigation of the source of the problem.
Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses
The FDA says no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Food Safety News repeated that statement in its coverage on July 9, 2025 [3].
The notice says healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, the infection can get into the bloodstream.
The CDC says some groups have an increased chance of infection and of serious illness [4]. Those groups are children younger than 5 and adults 65 and older.
They also include adults 50 and older with underlying medical problems, and people with a weakened immune system, the CDC says.
What Should Consumers Do?
If you bought this product, take these steps:
- Check any 2.5 oz Wei-Chuan Dried Black Fungus Slice bag for lot # XJ17 and EXP:20260417.
- Stop using any bag from that lot.
- Take the bag back to the store where you bought it for a full refund.
- Call Natureen International Inc. at 626-961-9813 (PT 9AM-5:30PM) or the Wei-Chuan Chicago Office at 708-352-8886 ext 5201 (CT 8:30AM-5PM) with questions.
- Call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332 for more information about the recall.
- If you ate the product and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection, seek medical attention and tell the doctor about the possible exposure.
Legal Options
No lawsuit, class action or MDL names this recall. A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for any claim.
If illness follows, keep these items in case a legal review is wanted later. A lawyer can explain whether they matter in your situation:
- The package, with lot # XJ17 and EXP:20260417 visible
- The receipt or other proof of purchase, and the store
- Photographs of the package and label
- Medical records and test results
- Any messages with the company or store
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella from Black Dried Fungus?
Symptoms of Salmonella from black dried fungus can appear within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Some cases need hospitalization, so seek medical care promptly if symptoms follow.
How Long Does a Salmonella Illness Last?
How long does a Salmonella illness last in healthy adults? Healthy adults are usually sick for four to seven days, according to Food Safety News. Anyone who ate the product and has symptoms should see a doctor.
Was the Recalled Black Dried Fungus Sold Outside the United States?
Was the recalled black dried fungus sold outside the United States? The recall notice lists 11 U.S. states only. In July 2025, Hong Kong’s Centre for Food Safety found no local sale or import and said its investigation was ongoing.
What Is Salmonella?
What is Salmonella? According to the CDC, Salmonella are bacteria that can make people sick with an illness called salmonellosis. People get infected after swallowing the bacteria, and contaminated food is the source for most of these illnesses.
References
- https://www.cfs.gov.hk/english/rc/subject/files/20250710_1.pdf
- https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/natureen-international-inc-recalls-wei-chuan-dried-black-fungus-slice-25oz-because-possible-health
- https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2025/07/california-company-recalls-black-fungus-slices-after-testing-finds-salmonella/
- https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/about/index.html