Ground Ginger Recalled for Missing Sulfite Labeling in California
H.L. Foodservice is recalling 620 lbs of ground ginger sold in California because the packages do not identify the addition of sulfites.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
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 and involves a labeling error regarding sulfites, which fits the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination.
Plain-English summary
H.L. Foodservice, Inc. dba H.L. Foods Co. is recalling 620 lbs of ground ginger sold in 1 lb. and 5 lb. clear plastic bags. The product was distributed only in California. The recall is due to a labeling error where the package does not properly identify the addition of sulfites.
The ground ginger was packed by H.L. Foodservice, Inc. and originated in India. The 1 lb. bags have UPC 0 00000 94641 4 and the 5 lb. bags have UPC 0 00000 94642 1. There are no other codes on the package.
Consumers who purchased this product should check their pantries for these specific UPCs and dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase.
The recalled product
- Product
- Ground Ginger in clear plastic bags; Sold in 1 lb. and 5 lb. bags Country of Origin: India 1 lb. UPC: 0 00000 94641 4 5 lb. UPC: 0 00000 94642 1 Pack by: H.L. FoodserviceInc.
- Manufacturer
- H.L. Foodservice, Inc. dba H.L. Foods Co.
- Category
- Food — Spices
- Hazard
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 - no codes on package
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
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