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FDA device recall Z-1183-2026 · posted 2026-01-27 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm

GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC

Reason for recall

Potential exposure of rodents and rodent activity in the distribution center.

Action taken

Gold Start Distribution, Inc. issued a press release on 12/26/2025 to notify the public of their recall of FDA regulated products due to the presence of rodent and avian contamination. The press release explained the risk to health, provided a list of retail outlets to which the products were distributed, and directed those in possession of the affected product to destroy them and verify such destruction by receipt provided to Gold Start at 1000 N. Humboldt Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Refunds will be provided upon request. Customers should contact their physician or health care provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to using these products. 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. The firm followed with a letter to its consignees on 12/30/2025 via email with the same message.

Root cause

Storage

Status

Open, Classified

Product code

EFW

Quantity affected

UNKNOWN

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of Minnesota.

Date initiated

2025-12-26

Date posted

2026-01-27

Location

Minneapolis, MN