The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0556-2018·Announced 2018-01-17

Vinh Sanh Trading Corp Recalls Wahon Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms for Undeclared Sulfites

Vinh Sanh Trading Corp is voluntarily recalling Wahon Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms because the product contains undeclared sulfites. The recall affects 141 cartons distributed to ten U.S. states.

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 III, which indicates the product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The hazard is an undeclared allergen (sulfites), which fits the criteria for a moderate severity labeling error.

Plain-English summary

Vinh Sanh Trading Corp is voluntarily recalling 141 cartons of Wahon Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms, 2.5 oz. (71g), UPC #737483336851. The recall was initiated because the product contains undeclared sulfites. The affected product has an expiration date of 2020/03/24.

The product was distributed in the United States to California, Indiana, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Florida, Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Alabama, and Tennessee. There was no foreign distribution. The recall was initiated on January 2, 2018, and was terminated on May 8, 2018.

Consumers with this product should check their pantries for the specific UPC and expiration date. If found, they should dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase. Individuals with sulfite sensitivity should be particularly cautious when consuming dried or processed mushrooms.

The recalled product

Product
Wahon Slice Shitake Mushroom 2.5 oz. (71g) UPC : #737483336851
Affected units
141

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)

  • Expiration Date 2020/03/24

Distribution

Distributed in 10 states:

Same manufacturer · Vinh Sanh Trading Corp

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