S & M International Recalls Wolfberry for Undeclared Sulfites
S & M International Inc is recalling 100 cases of Grove Grow Notes Fruit of Wolfberry due to the presence of undeclared sulfites, which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Food): Class I
Class I is a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
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 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this recall as Class I — a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. On that classification alone this is scored Severe; a score of Critical is reserved for recalls where a death or serious injury was reported. The agency gives the reason as: "NYSDAM Sampling results has revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites in Fruit of Wolfberry."
Plain-English summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a Class I recall of Grove Grow Notes Fruit of Wolfberry (Fructus Lycii). The product, sold in 12 oz (340g) packages with UPC 4580158101515, is distributed by S & M International Inc. The recall was initiated after New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) sampling results revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites in the product.
The affected items were distributed in New York. The recall covers all lots of the product manufactured or distributed by S & M International Inc, located at 4703 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232. The product is imported from China and distributed by S & M (HK) Enterprise Ltd.
Consumers who purchased this product should check their packages for the specified UPC code. If you have this product, do not consume it. Individuals with sulfite allergies or sensitivities should be particularly cautious, as undeclared sulfites can pose a health risk. For more information, consumers may contact S & M International Inc.
The recalled product
- Product
- Grove Grow Notes Fruit of Wolfberry (Fructus Lycii) Net Wt: 12 oz (340g) S & M (USA) Enterprise 4703 2nd Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11232 UPC 4580158101515 S & M (HK) Enterprise Ltd Rm, 3.8/F., Yue Xiu Bldg., 160-174Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, HK Product of China
- Manufacturer
- S & M International Inc
- Affected units
- 100
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)
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Distribution
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