President Brand Kumquat Slices Recalled for Undeclared Sulfites
East CK Trading Inc. is recalling President Brand Kumquat Slices because they contain undeclared sulfites. Sulfites are a known allergen that can cause serious reactions in sensitive individuals.
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 allergen mislabeling case involving sulfites, which is a known allergen. The source text explicitly states the presence of undeclared sulfites without reporting any illnesses or injuries, placing this at the threshold for High severity per the rubric criterion for allergen mislabeling on known allergens.
Plain-English summary
East CK Trading Inc. is recalling President Brand Kumquat Slices (8 oz/227g, UPC 8 10077 20936 3) packaged in clear plastic jars because the product contains undeclared sulfites at a level of 7.49 mg per serving. The presence of sulfites was not disclosed on the product label.
Sulfites are a food additive that can trigger allergic reactions and respiratory distress in sensitive individuals. Consumers with sulfite sensitivities who purchased this product should not consume it.
The recalled kumquat slices were distributed in NY, TX, NJ, and MD. Approximately 775 or more bottles are affected. Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and may contact East CK Trading Inc. for further information or a refund.
The recalled product
- Product
- PRESIDENT BRAND; Kumquat Slices; NET WT. 8 OZ/227g; EAST CK TRADING INC.; INGREDIENTS: Kumquat slices; packaged in clear plastic jars with UPC 8 10077 20936 3
- Manufacturer
- East CK Trading Inc.
- Affected units
- 775
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)
- No additional coding.
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