The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Food)·F-1155-2022·Announced 2022-06-15

Peeled Sweet Potatoes Recalled for Undeclared Sodium Metabisulfite Allergen

Liberty Fruit Co's peeled sweet potatoes are recalled due to undeclared sodium metabisulfite on the label. This sulfite allergen may cause serious reactions in sensitive individuals.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification mandates a minimum severity of 4 per the recall rules. While no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the undeclared sodium metabisulfite (sulfites) allergen poses a serious health risk to individuals with sulfite sensitivity.

Plain-English summary

Liberty Fruit Co Inc (doing business as Carol's Cuts) is recalling approximately 25,433 pounds of peeled sweet potatoes due to undeclared sodium metabisulfite on the product label. Sodium metabisulfite is a preservative and sulfite-based ingredient that must be declared on food labels. Sulfites are a known allergen and can cause serious adverse reactions in individuals with sulfite sensitivity.

The affected product was distributed to food service locations in Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri. The product is identified by item number 71520 with best-if-used-by dates of March 29, April 5, April 12, April 20, and April 25, 2022. Consumers and food service providers should check their supply for products matching these codes.

Individuals with sulfite sensitivity who may have consumed this product and experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, hives, or other allergic reactions should consult a healthcare provider. Retailers and food service providers should remove the product from shelves and distribution if still present.

The recalled product

Product
POTATO SWEET PEELED 2/10# (01)10886810715207(10)0016086769 71520 Best if used by: Best if used by: 03/29/22, 04/05/22, 04/12/22, 04/20/22, 04/25/22 Ingredients: Potato, Sodium Metabisulfite
Manufacturer
Liberty Fruit Co Inc DBA Carol's Cuts
Category
Food — Processed Vegetables
Hazard
  • allergen-sulfite
  • mis-labeling

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 (5)

  • Best if used by: Best if used by: 03/29/22
  • 04/05/22
  • 04/12/22
  • 04/20/22
  • 04/25/22 Product #: 71520

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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