Massive FDA Recall Over Rodent Droppings Only Impacted One Indiana Store

FDA Finds Unsanitary Conditions at Gold Star Distribution

According to the FDA, conditions inside the Gold Star Distribution Inc. facility were anything but clean. Inspectors found evidence of rodent urine and feces along with bird droppings in areas where products like medications, food, cosmetics, and even pet food were stored and then shipped out to stores across the country.

Because of this, items held at the facility are considered contaminated. Handling or consuming them could pose serious health risks, including salmonella and leptospirosis.

Health Risks Linked to the Contamination

Salmonella Symptoms to Watch For

Salmonella can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In more severe cases, it may lead to arterial infections, endocarditis, or arthritis.

Children, pregnant people, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of serious illness or complications.

Leptospirosis Symptoms Explained

Leptospirosis symptoms may include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, vomiting, and diarrhea. According to the CDC, some people experience a second phase that can involve kidney or liver failure or even meningitis.

How Many Products Are Affected

More than 2,000 products are impacted by this issue. And with the big new sources releasing this information, people all over Indiana are freaking out. But, there is good news! The products were only sold at one location in Indiana. 

See the full product list here.

Indiana Store Impacted by the FDA Alert

AIMMART International Market
1435 W. 86th St.
Indianapolis, Indiana

Please remember, this store is NOT contaminating products. They were contaminated at the distribution center. Also, there is a Bloomington store listed, but it is in Bloomington, MN.

See the full list here. 

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What To Do If You Bought These Products

If you believe you may have purchased affected items, do not consume or use them. Consumers and retailers who purchased the affected products should destroy the products as soon as possible and verify such destruction by receipt provided to Gold Star at 1000 N. Humboldt Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Products should not be shipped back to Gold Star under any circumstances. Gold Star will provide refunds upon request.

If you experience symptoms after handling or consuming these products, contact a healthcare provider as soon as possible.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Complete and submit the report Online
Regular Mail or Fax: Download form or call 1- 800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178

Complete and submit the report Online

If you have any questions, contact Gold Star at 612-617-9800, 7 days a week, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Central Standard Time.