K-Fat Inc. Recalls Sweetened Ginger Candy for Undeclared Sulfites
K-Fat Inc. is recalling KFI Sweetened Ginger Candy because it contains undeclared sulfites. The product was distributed in New York and New Jersey.
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: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of at least 4 according to the rubric, as it poses a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.
Plain-English summary
K-Fat Inc. is voluntarily recalling KFI Sweetened Ginger Candy (Mut Gung), 8.8 oz (250 g) containers, because the product was found to contain undeclared sulfites. The recall involves 75 cases, each containing 24 containers, distributed in New York and New Jersey. The product is identified by UPC 8 935001 201304 and is packed in a clear, hard plastic container.
The recall was initiated after sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets detected sulfites at a level of 268.8 ppm. Sulfites are a common food additive that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, including asthma and anaphylaxis, but they are not declared on the product label.
Consumers who purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and container description. If found, consumers should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Individuals with sulfite sensitivity should avoid consuming the product.
The recalled product
- Product
- KFI SWEETENED GINGER CANDY (Mut Gung), NET WEIGHT: 8.8 oz (250 g) - PRODUCT OF VIETNAM - UPC 8 935001 201304 -- Distributed by: K-FAT INC. 13 MEADOW STREET, BROOKLYN, NY 11206, USA TEL: 718-381-0306 FAX: 718-381-0089 --- The product is packed in a clear, hard plastic container.
- Manufacturer
- K-Fat Inc.
- Category
- Food — Candy
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)
- UPC 8 935001 201304 and no other coding
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