The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0707-2025·Announced 2025-04-23

Falafel King Hummus Recalled for Undeclared Sesame Allergen

Falafel King Enterprises is recalling its Traditional Hummus because the label declares tahini paste but does not clearly declare sesame as an allergen. People with sesame allergies risk allergic reaction.

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: FDA Class II recall involving allergen mislabeling. Sesame is a major allergen that was not declared on the product label despite being present in tahini paste. No illnesses have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Falafel King Enterprises, Inc. is recalling Falafel King Taste the Mediterranean Traditional Hummus because the product label does not declare sesame, despite containing sesame from tahini paste.

The hummus is included in a 4-section plastic container (Net Wt: 13 oz, UPC 82298621035) that also contains falafel balls, tzatziki, and mixed vegetables. The product was distributed in Colorado only, with an expiration date of 4/15/2025.

Sesame is a major food allergen. Consumers with sesame allergies may experience allergic reaction if they consume this product without knowing sesame is present. The mislabeling prevents affected consumers from identifying and avoiding this product.

Consumers who purchased this product should not consume it if they have a sesame allergy. Consumers may return the product to the point of purchase for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Falafel King Taste the Mediterranean is a multi-component, 4 section plastic container, that includes Traditional Hummus, Falafel Balls, Tzatziki, and Mixed Vegetables. " Net Wt: 13 oz. UPC 82298621035 4. The Traditional Hummus is the recalled product and the ingredient statemen
Manufacturer
Falafel King Enterprises, Inc.
Hazard
  • allergen-sesame

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 4/15/2025

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

  • CO