The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0607-2023·Announced 2023-03-22

Sunflower Lecithin Powder Recalled for Undeclared Peanut Allergen

Navada Imports is recalling sunflower lecithin powder in 44 lb. boxes due to an undeclared peanut allergen. The affected product poses a serious risk to consumers with peanut allergies.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an undeclared peanut allergen, which qualifies as allergen mislabeling on a common allergen. While no illnesses have been reported, peanut allergies can cause severe reactions, making this a significant health hazard.

Plain-English summary

Navada Imports is recalling sunflower lecithin powder packaged in 44 lb. (20 kg.) boxes due to the presence of an undeclared peanut allergen. The affected product was distributed to a distributor in Missouri and subsequently distributed nationwide to manufacturers.

The recalled product includes lot number NI-SUNLECP-0522 (Navada Imports) and AAPPL/DOL/SUN/0305-22 (Amitex Agro), with a manufacture date of May 3, 2022, and an expiration date of May 2, 2024. A total of 221 cases have been recalled.

Consumers and distributors who have this product should stop using it immediately. Individuals who may have consumed this product and experience allergic reactions should seek medical attention. For questions about this recall, contact Navada Imports.

The recalled product

Product
Sunflower Lecithin Powder Packaged in 44 lb. (20 kg.) boxes
Manufacturer
Navada Imports
Category
Food — Food Ingredient
Hazard
  • allergen-peanut
  • undeclared-allergen

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 (2)

  • 2022 Expiration Date: May 02
  • 2024

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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