Needle Mushrooms Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

LLK Trading Inc. of Linden, NJ recalled its 200g packages of Needle Mushrooms because they may carry Listeria monocytogenes. LLK Trading made the voluntary recall public on July 11, 2025. The FDA published it on July 13, 2025. The mushrooms went to Bally Produce Corp. in Maspeth, NY, and were sold to Datang Supermarket Inc. The notice reports no illnesses. The recall was open as of the July 2025 notice, which says the FDA and the company are investigating the source. Do not eat the mushrooms, and return them for a full refund. No lawsuit has been filed.

Latest Needle Mushrooms Recall Updates

July 13, 2025: FDA Posts the Recall Notice

The FDA posted the LLK Trading Inc. company announcement of the 200g Needle Mushrooms recall on July 13, 2025 [1]. The recall is for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The agency says it posts such announcements as a public service. It does not endorse the product or the company. Consumers are urged to stop using the mushrooms.

July 11, 2025: LLK Trading Announces the Recall

The Linden, NJ company announced the recall of its 200g Needle Mushrooms on July 11, 2025 [2]. Sales of the product were suspended.

Which Needle Mushrooms Are Affected?

The recall covers one product from LLK Trading Inc., listed here by its package details:

• Product: 200g packages of “Needle Mushrooms,” a type of enoki mushroom.
• Package: clear plastic on top and non-transparent blue on the bottom.
• Distributor: Bally Produce Corp., 4900 Maspeth Ave, Maspeth, NY 11378.
• Retailer: Datang Supermarket Inc.

The notice gives no lot code, UPC, recall number or unit count. It does not state the sale period or the price. Check the package description and the product name on the label. Look at the bottom of the pack to see the blue, non-transparent film.

Why Were Needle Mushrooms Recalled?

Needle Mushrooms were recalled because they could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Routine FDA testing found the germ in a package the agency sampled. The finding comes from one sampled package. It is not a confirmed illness cluster. The notice speaks of a potential for contamination.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the recall, according to the FDA. A report of contamination is not proof that anyone was harmed. The FDA notice says healthy people may have only short-term symptoms. The CDC says Listeria infection is caused by eating food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria [3]. The FDA notice adds that infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. Symptoms may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Food Safety News adds vomiting, persistent fever, muscle aches and neck stiffness [4].

What Should Consumers Do?

If you bought the recalled mushrooms, take these steps:

1. Do not eat the 200g Needle Mushrooms from LLK Trading Inc.
2. Return the mushrooms to the place of purchase for a full refund.
3. Call LLK Trading Inc. at (908)-290-3061, Monday to Friday 9:30am to 3:00pm (EST), or the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).
4. Keep the package, any photos of it and your receipt as proof of purchase.
5. Monitor for symptoms of Listeria infection in the coming weeks.
6. If you ate the mushrooms and have symptoms, seek medical treatment and tell your doctor about the possible exposure.

Legal Options

No lawsuit, class action or MDL names the Needle Mushrooms recall. A recall does not establish liability, so the notice alone does not show that anyone has a claim. Anyone who ate the recalled mushrooms and became ill may ask a lawyer whether a claim exists. Schmidt & Clark’s page on Listeria infection claims explains how these cases work.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines come from state law. They vary with where you live and when the illness and its diagnosis happened. Missing a deadline can end a claim. If you became ill after eating these mushrooms, ask a lawyer promptly about the deadline that applies in your state and your situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Does My Stomach Hurt After Eating Enoki Mushrooms?

Stomach pain after eating enoki mushrooms can have many causes. Nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea are listed Listeria symptoms, but Listeria can mimic other illnesses. See a doctor and mention the exposure if you ate the recalled mushrooms and have symptoms.

Can Listeria Contaminated Mushrooms Look or Smell Spoiled?

Listeria contaminated mushrooms may not look or smell spoiled, yet they can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Specific laboratory tests are required to diagnose Listeria infections, so appearance is not a safe test.

How Long Can Listeria Symptoms Take to Appear?

Listeria symptoms can take up to 70 days after exposure to develop, so anyone who ate the recalled mushrooms may need to watch for symptoms for weeks after eating them.

Who Is Most at Risk from Listeria Infection?

Pregnant women, newborns, adults aged 65 or older and people with weakened immune systems are most at risk from Listeria infection, says the CDC. The FDA adds young children and frail or elderly people.

References

1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/llk-trading-inc-recalls-needle-mushrooms-because-possible-health-risk
2. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USFDA/bulletins/3e96eaf
3. https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/about/index.html
4. https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2025/07/new-jersey-company-recalls-enoki-mushrooms-because-of-listeria-contamination/