The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0297-2013·Announced 2012-10-24

SunFresh Natural Pitted Prunes Recalled for Unapproved Color and Undeclared Ingredient

SunFresh Natural LLC is recalling 1,200 bags of 6-ounce pitted prunes nationwide because the product contains unapproved Rhodamine B45170 and undeclared sorbic acid.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The hazards involve an unapproved color additive and a labeling error (undeclared sorbic acid), which aligns with the rubric for moderate severity involving minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination without reported illnesses.

Plain-English summary

SunFresh Natural LLC is recalling 1,200 bags of SunFresh Natural Pitted Prunes, Net wt. 6 oz. The recall is being conducted because the prunes contain Rhodamine B45170, which is an unapproved color additive. Additionally, the product contains sorbic acid, which is not declared on the ingredient statement of the product labeling.

The affected product was distributed nationwide. The recall notice does not specify specific lot numbers or expiration dates, noting "No codes" in the product information. The product is distributed by Sunfresh Natural LLC, located in Passaic, NJ.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the recalling firm for further instructions. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
SunFresh Natural Pitted Prunes Net wt. 6 oz. Distributed by: Sunfresh Natural LLC, Passaic, NJ 07055 Please visit us at: www.sunfreshnatural.com
Affected units
1,200

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)

  • No codes

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · SUNFRESH NATURAL LLC.

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