Lian Sheng Dried Tangerine Plum is being recalled because it contains undeclared sulfites. People who are sensitive to sulfites can have reactions that range from dermatitis and flushing to low blood pressure, abdominal pain, symptoms similar to asthma, and life-threatening anaphylaxis. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date. The recalling firm is Rong Shing Trading NY Inc of Brooklyn, New York. This product was sold in the states of Florida and New York at the retail level. The tangerine plums are packaged in a 4.70 ounce (135 gram) clear plastic bottle. The expiration date of 05/31/2023 is stamped on the side of the bottle. The UPC number for this item is 6928580580214.. The recall was triggered after routine sampling by Florida Department of Agriculture … [Read more...]
Golden Natural Dried Apricots Recalled For Undeclared Sulfites
Golden Natural dried apricots are being recalled for sulfites that are not declared on the label. While sulfites are not one of the major food allergens classified by the FDA, the government does require that sulfites be listed on food labels if that food contains 10 ppm or more, since this compound can cause serious or life-threatening reactions in people with asthma. Sulfites are often used to process dried apricots and other dried fruits. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with this issue. The recalling company is Golden Natural Products Inc. The recalled items are Golden Natural Dried Apricot Subkhon with Bone, packaged in net weight 16 ounces or 454 gram plastic bags. The lot number printed on the label is GC005, and the best before date is … [Read more...]
Deshi Golden Raisins Recalled For Undeclared Sulfites
Deshi Distributors LLC of Jamaica, New York is recalling Deshi Golden Raisins because they contain undeclared sulfites. Sulfites are compounds that some people may have a severe sensitivity too. Those people may become seriously ill if they eat this product. No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with this recall. The recalled product is Deshi Golden Raisins, sold in 3.5 ounce, 7 ounce, and 14 ounce packages. They were distributed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan at the retail level. The UPC numbers are: for the 3.5 ounce product, 691035359586; for the 7 ounce product, 691035360179, and for the 14 ounce product, 691035360483. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and … [Read more...]
Willis Eagle Brand Mut Gung Sweetened Ginger Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
Willis Ocean Inc. of Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Willis Eagle brand MUT GUNG SWEETENED GINGER for undeclared sulfites. People with sulfite sensitivities should not consume this product as they run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they do. The recalled product was sold in round, clear plastic containers with a net weight of 7 oz. with the UPC 8935129760691. It was imported from Vietnam and distributed from May 2012 through July 2016 to retail stores in Florida. At the time of the recall, there had been no reports of illness. The problem was discovered by the State of Florida during routine sampling. Consumers affected by the recall can return it to the place of purchase for a full refund … [Read more...]
Novus Snack Golden Raisins Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
Ryszard Food Distributors of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 10 ounce plastic packages of Novus Snack Golden Raisins for undeclared sulfites. Consumers who have severe sensitivity to sulfites should not eat this product as they run risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they do. The product was sold in 10 ounce plastic packages at retail stores in Brooklyn and is marked with “Best Before 1, July 2016.” The recall was issued after routine testing by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspector and Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the 10 ounce package of Novus Brand Golden Raisins which were not declared on the label. Consuming 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving can cause severe reactions, including … [Read more...]
Ginger Slices Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
AA USA Trading Inc. of South River, NJ is recalling ginger slice products because they may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites should not eat these products as they risk serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they do. The recalled products were packaged under the AA brand in 8-ounce plastic bags and sold in retail stores in New York and New Jersey beginning in July 2014. The 8-ounce ginger slice product was sold in a plastic bag printed in green and white labeled "Ginger Slice," with UPC code 6944155210065. At the time of the recall, no illnesses had been reported. The problem as caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's packaging and labeling processes. … [Read more...]
Peru Brand Corn-Maiz Mote Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
Peru Food Imports Inc. of Fairview, NJ is recalling Peru Food Mote Corn-Maiz Mote because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites should not consume this product as they run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recalled Peru Food Mote Corn-Maiz Mote was distributed in 15 oz plastic bags, with item # 51962, Lot #38-16, Expiration Date: 04/30/2016 and UPC 8 12125 00962 8. The product was distributed to NY and CT through supermarkets. No illnesses had been reported at the time of the recall. The problem was discovered during routine sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors. … [Read more...]
Heng Cheong Loong Dried Golden Raisins Recalled for Sulfites
Tristar Food Wholesale Co. Inc. of Jersey City, NJ is recalling Heng Cheong Loong Co. (HCL) Dried Golden Raisins because they contain undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites shoudl not eat this product as they run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they do. No illnesses had been reported at the time of the recall. Eating 10 milligrams or more of sulfites per serving can cause severe reaction in some asthmatics including anaphylactic shock. The recalled HCL Dried Golden Raisins, a product of South Africa, were distributed in 10 oz. plastic bags with UPC 6-930481-211418. They were sold in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina and the Philadelphia area from July 01, 2015 – Oct 05, … [Read more...]
Two Raisin Recalls for Undeclared Sulfites
Two brands of raisins, Shad's and Basma, are being recalled for undeclared sulfites. People who are sensitive to sulfites could have a serious allergic reaction if they eat these products. Testing by inspectors discovered this problem. Some people can suffer anaphylactic shock if they eat 100 mg of more of sulfites. The Shad raisins had 38.19 mg per serving. There was no mention of the sulfite content in the Basma recall. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of either product. The recall of Shad Raisins is issued by Fatima Brothers. They were sold in uncoded 7 ounce and 14 ounce plastic bags. The raisins were sold in retail stores in New York and New Jersey. If you purchased these raisins and are allergic to or sensitive to sulfites, return them … [Read more...]
