Kratom Powder Recall: Vanguard Enterprises, LLC. DBA Bedrock MFG Issues Recall Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Summary
On October 30, 2025, Vanguard Enterprises, LLC. DBA Bedrock MFG announced a recall of their Monarch Premium Kratom brand Bali Gold, Red Bali, Green Maeng Da, and White Elephant powder due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The recall was published by the FDA on October 31, 2025. The affected products are part of the Food & Beverages category and are related to a Foodborne Illness.
Reason for Announcement
The reason for the announcement is the potential contamination of the products with Salmonella, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Company Information
The company name is Vanguard Enterprises, LLC. DBA Bedrock MFG, and the brand name is Monarch Premium Kratom. The product description includes Bali Gold, Red Bali, Green Maeng Da, and White Elephant Kratom powder.
Recall Announcement
On October 28, 2025, Vanguard Enterprises, LLC. DBA Bedrock MFG of Boise, Idaho, issued a recall of their Monarch Premium Kratom brand Bali Gold, Red Bali, Green Maeng Da, and White Elephant powder due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The affected products were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders via the company website between April 2023 and September 2023. The products are not sold in Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin.
Product Details
The affected products are packaged in multiple-sized (14-gram, 56-gram, 112-gram, 224-gram) mylar pouches, each marked with one of the following lot numbers and UPC:
| Product Name | UPC Code | Lot Code |
|---|---|---|
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Bali Gold, 4oz powder (112g) | 851006008428 | 020123PA3F-T |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Bali Gold, 8oz powder (224g) | 706970483712 | 020123PA3F-T |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Green Maeng Da, 4oz powder (112g) | 851006008466 | 020123PA3F-G |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Green Maeng Da, 0.5oz powder (14g) | 851006008770 | 020123PA3F-G |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Green Maeng Da, 2oz powder (56g) | 851006008459 | 020123PA3F-G |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Red Bali, 4oz powder (112g) | 851006008442 | 020123PA3F-R |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Red Bali, 8oz powder (224g) | 706970483859 | 020123PA3F-R |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, Red Bali, 2oz powder (56g) | 851006008435 | 020123PA3F-R |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, White Elephant, 4oz powder (112g) | 851006008480 | 020123PA3F-W |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, White Elephant, 0.5oz powder (14g) | 851006008756 | 020123PA3F-W |
| Monarch Premium Kratom, White Elephant, 8oz powder (224g) | 706970483644 | 020123PA3F-W |
No Illnesses Reported
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products. The recall is the result of a retail sample collected and analyzed by the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (FDACS), which revealed that the finished product contained Salmonella.
What to Do
Consumers who have the affected Monarch Premium Kratom powder at home are urged not to consume the products and to contact su*****@********fg.co for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 888-347-5088, Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm GMT.
Conclusion
The recall of Monarch Premium Kratom brand Bali Gold, Red Bali, Green Maeng Da, and White Elephant powder by Vanguard Enterprises, LLC. DBA Bedrock MFG is a precautionary measure to protect consumers from potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers are advised to check their products and contact the company for a refund if they have purchased any of the affected products.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What products are being recalled?
The Monarch Premium Kratom brand Bali Gold, Red Bali, Green Maeng Da, and White Elephant powder are being recalled due to potential contamination with Salmonella. - Why are the products being recalled?
The products are being recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. - What should I do if I have purchased any of the affected products?
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected products should not consume them and contact su*****@********fg.co for a full refund. - How can I contact the company for more information?
Consumers with questions can contact the company at 888-347-5088, Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm GMT. - Are there any reported illnesses associated with the recalled products?
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products.
