The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0231-2022·Announced 2021-12-08

WEL-PAC Powdered Shrimp Stock Recall: Undeclared Fish Allergen

WEL-PAC Brand Shrimp Dashi No Moto powdered shrimp stock is being recalled because the label fails to declare fish (hydrolyzed protein containing bonito, sardine, and tuna). The product contains undeclared fish allergen.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class I recall for an undeclared major allergen (fish) in a food product. Class I recalls carry a severity floor of 4 per the rubric, and fish is a significant allergen capable of causing serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals.

Plain-English summary

WEL-PAC Brand Shrimp Dashi No Moto—a powdered shrimp stock imported by JFC International Inc. of Los Angeles, California—is being recalled because it fails to declare fish as an ingredient on the label. The hydrolyzed protein in the product contains bonito, sardine, and tuna, which are fish allergens not identified in the labeling.

The affected product is 1.75 oz. (0.35 oz. × 5 bags, 49.6 g) with UPC 0 11152 83660 7, produced in Japan. All lots are recalled. Distribution was limited to Hawaii.

Consumers who have purchased this product and have a fish allergy or sensitivity should not consume it. Affected consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase.

The recalled product

Product
WEL-PAC Brand Shrimp Dashi No Moto - Powdered Shrimp Stock; Net Wt. 1.75 oz. (0.35.oz x 5 bags) 49.6 g UPC: 0 11152 83660 7 Product of Japan; Imported by JFC International Inc., Los Angeles, CA 90040 INGREDIENTS: SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SUGAR, GLUCOSE, SHRIMP EXT
Manufacturer
J F C International Inc
Category
Food — Seasonings / Flavoring Agents
Hazard
  • allergen-fish
  • allergen-undeclared

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All lots

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • HI

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